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Atractylodes and Job’s Tears Decoction

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Atractylodes and Job’s Tears Decoction,For coughs affecting the Spleen Meridian, characterized by chest oppression, thick phlegm, poor appetite, and fatigue.

Formulas Name : Atractylodes and Job’s Tears Decoction

Chinese Name : 术米汤

Drug Formulation

Angelica sinensis 1 qian 5 fen, Poria 3 qian, Atractylodes macrocephala 1 qian 5 fen, Coix seed 8 qian, Tangerine peel 1 qian, Pinellia 1 qian 5 fen, Radish 2 qian, Apricot kernel 3 qian, Sea stone 3 qian, Trichosanthes seed 4 qian.

Source

*Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For coughs affecting the Spleen Meridian, characterized by chest oppression, thick phlegm, poor appetite, and fatigue.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water; add 2 teaspoons of ginger juice and drink while hot.

Atractylodes and Job’s Tears Decoction,*Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 3.,For coughs affecting the Spleen Meridian, characterized by chest oppression, thick phlegm, poor appetite, and fatigue.

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