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Cold-Dispelling Decoction

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Cold-Dispelling Decoction,Wind-cold invades the lung, causing nasal congestion, sneezing, persistent cough, and sputum resembling rotten cotton.

Formulas Name : Cold-Dispelling Decoction

Chinese Name : 散寒汤

Drug Formulation

Licorice 1 qian, Platycodon root 3 qian, Pinellia 1 qian, Belamcanda 1 qian.

Source

From *Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Wind-cold invades the lung, causing nasal congestion, sneezing, persistent cough, and sputum resembling rotten cotton.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Cold-Dispelling Decoction,From *Secret Records of the Stone Chamber*, Volume 3.,Wind-cold invades the lung, causing nasal congestion, sneezing, persistent cough, and sputum resembling rotten cotton.

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