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Incense-Burning Diaphragm-Penetrating Tube,For coughs caused by wind and cold, with chest and diaphragm distension and fullness.

Formulas Name : Incense-Burning Diaphragm-Penetrating Tube

Chinese Name : 焚香透膈筒

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Goose-Tube Stone, 7 qian of Tussilago flower, 5 qian of mugwort leaves (rubbed soft), and 5 qian of realgar.

Source

*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.

Processing

Grind all ingredients into a fine powder, mix thoroughly, and roll into a tube using paper.

Benefits

For coughs caused by wind and cold, with chest and diaphragm distension and fullness.

Instructions for Use

Light the mixture, place a funnel over the top opening, inhale a mouthful of smoke, and swallow with light ginger tea.

Incense-Burning Diaphragm-Penetrating Tube，*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 4.，For coughs caused by wind and cold, with chest and diaphragm distension and fullness.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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