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Decoction for Clearing Heat and Relieving Cough,Fire-induced cough.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Clearing Heat and Relieving Cough

Chinese Name : 清火止咳汤

Drug Formulation

Zhike, Apricot Kernel, Scutellaria baicalensis, Gypsum, Gardenia, Trichosanthes root powder, Platycodon, Mulberry Bark, Anemarrhena, Fritillaria, Xianhu, Licorice, and Fresh Ginger.

Source

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

Benefits

Fire-induced cough.

Decoction for Clearing Heat and Relieving Cough，*A Clear Illumination of the Origins and Course of Miscellaneous Diseases*, Volume 1.，Fire-induced cough.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 30, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 30, 2026

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