Chuanxiong-Perilla Decoction

Chuanxiong-Perilla Decoction,For wind-pathogen-induced common cold with headache, chest fullness, high fever with aversion to cold, and a floating and slow pulse.

Formulas Name : Chuanxiong-Perilla Decoction

Chinese Name : 芎苏饮

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Chuanxiong (small variety), 1 qian and 5 fen of Perilla leaf, 1 qian and 5 fen of Jiang Zhike (roasted), 1 qian of Sweet Platycodon, 1 qian and 5 fen of tender Xianhu, 1 qian and a half of processed Pinellia, 1 qian and 5 fen of Bai Yunling, 1 qian of Guang Muxiang, 1 qian and 5 fen of Guang Chenpi.

Source

*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 18.

Benefits

For wind-pathogen-induced common cold with headache, chest fullness, high fever with aversion to cold, and a floating and slow pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take while warm.

Chuanxiong-Perilla Decoction,*Six Books of Medical Essentials*, Volume 18.,For wind-pathogen-induced common cold with headache, chest fullness, high fever with aversion to cold, and a floating and slow pulse.

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