Decoction of Ma Ya Xiao，From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 123.，For “dog’s throat” syndrome—characterized by blocked breathing, swelling, pain, and near-fainting.
Decoction of Ma Ya Xiao
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Formulas Name : Decoction of Ma Ya Xiao
Chinese Name : 马牙消煎
Drug Formulation
1.5 liang of Ma Yaxiao, 1.5 liang of Akebia (chopped), 1.5 liang of Cimicifuga, 1.5 liang of Lycopodium spikelets, 1.5 liang of rhinoceros horn shavings, 1.5 liang of Ma Lianzi, 1 liang of Belamcanda, and 1 liang of Scrophularia.
Source
From *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 123.
Processing
Finely chop the ingredients, add 5 zhan of water, and decoct until reduced to 1.5 zhan. Strain out the residue, add 2 liang of white honey, and decoct again until thickened.
Benefits
For “dog’s throat” syndrome—characterized by blocked breathing, swelling, pain, and near-fainting.
Instructions for Use
Take one spoonful per dose; let it dissolve in the mouth and swallow the liquid.
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Decoction of Ma Ya Xiao,For “dog’s throat” syndrome—characterized by blocked breathing, swelling, pain, and near-fainting.