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Ginseng and Astragalus Spleen-Tonifying Decoction

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Ginseng and Astragalus Spleen-Tonifying Decoction,Lung abscess with spleen qi deficiency, characterized by prolonged coughing with purulent sputum, or abdominal distension and inability to eat. Lung abscess.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Astragalus Spleen-Tonifying Decoction

Chinese Name : 参芪补脾汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of ginseng, 2 qian of white atractylodes, 2 qian and 5 fen of astragalus (roasted), 1 qian of poria, 1 qian of tangerine peel, 1 qian of angelica, 3 fen of cimicifuga, 7 fen of ophiopogon, 4 fen of schisandra, 6 fen of platycodon, and 5 fen of licorice (roasted).

Source

*Essentials of Surgery*, Volume 4.

Benefits

Lung abscess with spleen qi deficiency, characterized by prolonged coughing with purulent sputum, or abdominal distension and inability to eat. Lung abscess.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger and jujubes to the above formula; decoct in water and take orally.

Ginseng and Astragalus Spleen-Tonifying Decoction,*Essentials of Surgery*, Volume 4.,Lung abscess with spleen qi deficiency, characterized by prolonged coughing with purulent sputum, or abdominal distension and inability to eat. Lung abscess.

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