Harmonizing Lung and Stomach Decoction

Harmonizing Lung and Stomach Decoction,Chest bi caused by phlegm stagnation in the chest and diaphragm and disharmony between the lungs and stomach. Symptoms include tightness and pain in the left chest, abdominal distension, cough with scant phlegm, weak digestion, a white and greasy tongue coating, a floating and slow pulse, a string-like and slippery pulse in the middle position, and a strong pulse in the deep position.

Formulas Name : Harmonizing Lung and Stomach Decoction

Chinese Name : 调和肺胃汤

Drug Formulation

4 qian of whole Trichosanthes fruit, 3 qian of white leek, 3 qian of processed Pinellia, 2 qian of Magnolia bark, 2 qian of stir-fried Citrus aurantium peel, 2 qian of Perilla stem, 2 qian of dried tangerine peel, 2 qian of fresh ginger, and 2 qian of barley malt.

Source

Formula from *Pu Fuzhou’s Medical Experience*; name cited in *Famous Formulas of Ancient and Modern Times*.

Benefits

Chest bi caused by phlegm stagnation in the chest and diaphragm and disharmony between the lungs and stomach. Symptoms include tightness and pain in the left chest, abdominal distension, cough with scant phlegm, weak digestion, a white and greasy tongue coating, a floating and slow pulse, a string-like and slippery pulse in the middle position, and a strong pulse in the deep position.

Instructions for Use

Prepare one dose by decocting twice, yielding a total of 160 milliliters; divide into two doses and take warm.

Harmonizing Lung and Stomach Decoction,Formula from *Pu Fuzhou’s Medical Experience*; name cited in *Famous Formulas of Ancient and Modern Times*.,Chest bi caused by phlegm stagnation in the chest and diaphragm and disharmony between the lungs and stomach. Symptoms include tightness and pain in the left chest, abdominal distension, cough with scant phlegm, weak digestion, a white and greasy tongue coating, a floating and slow pulse, a string-like and slippery pulse in the middle position, and a strong pulse in the deep position.

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