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Heat-Clearing and Metal-Preserving Decoction

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Heat-Clearing and Metal-Preserving Decoction,Yin deficiency with intense fire; coughing and nosebleeds; restlessness, thirst, and excessive heat; both the pulse and symptoms indicate the presence of fire.

Formulas Name : Heat-Clearing and Metal-Preserving Decoction

Chinese Name : 清热保金汤

Drug Formulation

Raw Rehmannia 2 qian, Prepared Rehmannia 3 qian, Ophiopogon 1.5 qian, White Peony 1.5 qian, Lily 2 qian, Scrophularia 2 qian, Platycodon 1 qian, Poria 1.5 qian, Licorice 1 qian, Glehnia 2 qian.

Source

*Huiyue*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Yin deficiency with intense fire; coughing and nosebleeds; restlessness, thirst, and excessive heat; both the pulse and symptoms indicate the presence of fire.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Note

This formula should not be taken in excess; stop once the appropriate amount has been taken.

Heat-Clearing and Metal-Preserving Decoction,*Huiyue*, Volume 9.,Yin deficiency with intense fire; coughing and nosebleeds; restlessness, thirst, and excessive heat; both the pulse and symptoms indicate the presence of fire.

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