Cough-Relieving Decoction

Cough-Relieving Decoction,For lung fire causing nighttime wheezing and coughing that persists for a long time.

Formulas Name : Cough-Relieving Decoction

Chinese Name : 止嗽饮

Drug Formulation

1 qian of coix seed, 1 qian of apricot kernel, 2 qian of Chinese yam, 20 bamboo leaves, and 3 pear slices.

Source

From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For lung fire causing nighttime wheezing and coughing that persists for a long time.

Instructions for Use

Boil 2 large bowls of water until reduced to 8 fen; drink as tea several times daily.

Cough-Relieving Decoction,From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 3.,For lung fire causing nighttime wheezing and coughing that persists for a long time.

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