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Formula for Relieving Asthma and Dissolving Phlegm

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Formula for Relieving Asthma and Dissolving Phlegm,For severe wheezing and coughing.

Formulas Name : Formula for Relieving Asthma and Dissolving Phlegm

Chinese Name : 定喘化涎方

Drug Formulation

49 pig’s hooves (thoroughly washed and drained).

Source

From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 32.

Processing

Place 1 zhi each of Pinellia and white alum into each hoof nail, seal them in a jar to prevent smoke from escaping, calcine over a fire until red-hot, remove from the fire, grind finely, and add 1 qian of musk.

Benefits

For severe wheezing and coughing.

Instructions for Use

For adults suffering from wheezing and coughing, take with glutinous rice water; children should take half a qian.

Formula for Relieving Asthma and Dissolving Phlegm,From *Remarkably Effective Formulas*, Volume 32.,For severe wheezing and coughing.

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