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Cough-Relieving Decoction,Cough due to exterior syndrome.

Formulas Name : Cough-Relieving Decoction

Chinese Name : 宁嗽汤

Drug Formulation

Platycodon root, Pinellia tuber, Fructus Aurantii, Dried tangerine peel, Xuanhuo root, Pueraria root, Mulberry bark, Poria, Perilla leaf, Apricot kernel, Licorice root.

Source

*A Clear Explanation of the Origins and Course of Miscellaneous Diseases*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Cough due to exterior syndrome.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and scallions. After taking this formula, follow with one dose of Jiawei Erchen Decoction.

Cough-Relieving Decoction,*A Clear Explanation of the Origins and Course of Miscellaneous Diseases*, Volume 1.,Cough due to exterior syndrome.

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