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Ginger and Sesame Paste,For severe, sudden-onset coughs, a sensation of something stuck in the throat, and unstoppable spitting of pus and blood.

Formulas Name : Ginger and Sesame Paste

Chinese Name : 姜酥膏

Drug Formulation

3 liang of butter, 2 liang of apricot kernels, 2 liang of donkey-hide gelatin, 2 liang of perilla seeds, 1 he of ginger juice, and 5 he of white honey.

Source

*Ji Feng*, Volume 17.

Processing

Combine all ingredients in a silver pot and simmer over low heat until it becomes a paste.

Benefits

For severe, sudden-onset coughs, a sensation of something stuck in the throat, and unstoppable spitting of pus and blood.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 teaspoon per dose, mixed with warm congee, 4–5 times a day.

Ginger and Sesame Paste，*Ji Feng*, Volume 17.，For severe, sudden-onset coughs, a sensation of something stuck in the throat, and unstoppable spitting of pus and blood.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026

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