Five Immortals Decoction

Five Immortals Decoction,Audible wheezing due to phlegm in the chest and diaphragm, with blurred vision in both eyes.

Formulas Name : Five Immortals Decoction

Chinese Name : 五仙汤

Drug Formulation

Fine tea 1 liang 5 qian, hawthorn 5 qian, licorice 5 qian, Guang Chenpi 5 qian, old ginger 1 qian

Source

*Elucidation of Ophthalmology*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Audible wheezing due to phlegm in the chest and diaphragm, with blurred vision in both eyes.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 zhong of water; decoct until reduced to 8 fen; take while warm. Phlegm and saliva will be expelled shortly thereafter; in severe cases, 3–4 bowls; in mild cases, 1–2 bowls. After vomiting is complete, stop with millet soup. After 5–7 days, the phlegm-fire will clear, and vision will naturally improve. If phlegm remains, wait a few days and take the decoction again.

Note

Not suitable for the elderly or those in a state of debility.

Five Immortals Decoction,*Elucidation of Ophthalmology*, Volume 3.,Audible wheezing due to phlegm in the chest and diaphragm, with blurred vision in both eyes.

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