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Ephedra and White Discharge Powder

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Ephedra and White Discharge Powder,For wind-cold invading the lungs, causing shortness of breath and coughing.

Formulas Name : Ephedra and White Discharge Powder

Chinese Name : 麻黄泻白散

Drug Formulation

Mulberry Bark (Sangbai Pi) 1 qian, Lycium Bark (Digu Pi) 1 qian, Licorice (Gan Cao) half a qian, Ephedra half a qian, Apricot Kernel (Xingren) half a qian.

Source

From *The Song of Preserving Life: Commentary*, Volume 18.

Benefits

For wind-cold invading the lungs, causing shortness of breath and coughing.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take the decoction.

Ephedra and White Discharge Powder,From *The Song of Preserving Life: Commentary*, Volume 18.,For wind-cold invading the lungs, causing shortness of breath and coughing.

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