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Decoction for Excessive Saliva

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Decoction for Excessive Saliva,For wind-phlegm that fails to descend, with a sound in the throat like a saw being drawn, or for swelling and fullness caused by dampness.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Excessive Saliva

Chinese Name : 稀涎千缗汤

Drug Formulation

14 pieces of Pinellia (large), 1 piece of pig’s-tooth soapberry (roasted), 1 qian of licorice, 2 qian of white alum.

Source

From *Discussions on Formulas by Famous Physicians of Ancient and Modern Times*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For wind-phlegm that fails to descend, with a sound in the throat like a saw being drawn, or for swelling and fullness caused by dampness.

Instructions for Use

Mix 1 qian of the powdered formula with a small amount of fresh ginger juice diluted in 1 zhan of warm water, and administer it. Once phlegm and saliva are expelled, the patient will regain consciousness.

Decoction for Excessive Saliva,From *Discussions on Formulas by Famous Physicians of Ancient and Modern Times*, Volume 2.,For wind-phlegm that fails to descend, with a sound in the throat like a saw being drawn, or for swelling and fullness caused by dampness.

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