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Clear Dampness and Nourish the Lungs Decoction

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Clear Dampness and Nourish the Lungs Decoction,For various types of cough with excessive phlegm, shortness of breath, and chest fullness.

Formulas Name : Clear Dampness and Nourish the Lungs Decoction

Chinese Name : 清金利肺汤

Drug Formulation

Dried Tangerine Peel 1 qian, Poria 1 qian, Fritillaria 1 qian, Scutellaria (dried) 1 qian, Asparagus Root (heavenly) 1 qian, Ophiopogon 1 qian, Platycodon 1 qian, Citrus Peel (dried) 1 qian, Apricot Kernel 1 qian, Mulberry Bark 1 qian, Licorice 3 fen.

Source

From *Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.

Benefits

For various types of cough with excessive phlegm, shortness of breath, and chest fullness.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and jujubes; decoct in water and take orally.

Clear Dampness and Nourish the Lungs Decoction,From *Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.,For various types of cough with excessive phlegm, shortness of breath, and chest fullness.

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