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Coptis Decoction for Expelling Phlegm

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Coptis Decoction for Expelling Phlegm,For heat-type phlegm.

Formulas Name : Coptis Decoction for Expelling Phlegm

Chinese Name : 黄连导痰汤

Drug Formulation

Pinellia, Tangerine Peel, Poria, Licorice, Coptis, and Bitter Orange.

Source

From *Jiyang Gangmu*, Volume 24.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients.

Benefits

For heat-type phlegm.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and decoct for oral administration.

Coptis Decoction for Expelling Phlegm,From *Jiyang Gangmu*, Volume 24.,For heat-type phlegm.

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