Five-Equal Decoction，From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 1.，For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.
Five-Equal Decoction
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Formulas Name : Five-Equal Decoction
Chinese Name : 五均汤
Drug Formulation
Ephedra (roots and nodes removed; decocted first and foam skimmed off) 7 fen, Schizonepeta 1 qian, Platycodon 1 qian 5 fen, Apricot Kernel (with stem) 2 qian, Licorice (unroasted) 6 fen.
Source
From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 1.
Benefits
For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.
Instructions for Use
Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take the decoction.
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Five-Equal Decoction,For external invasion by wind-cold, manifested as nasal congestion, a heavy voice, difficulty speaking, coughing, shortness of breath, chest fullness, and sore throat.