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Lung-Nourishing and Qi-Boosting Decoction

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Lung-Nourishing and Qi-Boosting Decoction,Nourishes yin and moistens the lungs; resolves phlegm and relieves cough. Indicated for pulmonary consumption. Severe deficiency of lung qi, manifested as fever, shortness of breath, dry mouth and throat, and in severe cases, coughing up blood.

Formulas Name : Lung-Nourishing and Qi-Boosting Decoction

Chinese Name : 补肺益气汤

Drug Formulation

Donkey-hide gelatin (stir-fried with clam powder): 2 qian (6 g); Schisandra berries: 0.5 fen (1.5 g); Lycium bark, Asparagus root, Ophiopogon tuber, and Ginseng: 2 qian (6 g) each; Lily bulb: 3 qian (9 g); Fritillaria bulb and Poria: 2 qian (6 g) each; Coix seed: 4 qian (12 g).

Source

*Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 2

Benefits

Nourishes yin and moistens the lungs; resolves phlegm and relieves cough. Indicated for pulmonary consumption. Severe deficiency of lung qi, manifested as fever, shortness of breath, dry mouth and throat, and in severe cases, coughing up blood.

Instructions for Use

Add a pinch of glutinous rice, decoct into a decoction, and drink it in place of water.

Lung-Nourishing and Qi-Boosting Decoction,*Yichun Shengyi*, Volume 2,Nourishes yin and moistens the lungs; resolves phlegm and relieves cough. Indicated for pulmonary consumption. Severe deficiency of lung qi, manifested as fever, shortness of breath, dry mouth and throat, and in severe cases, coughing up blood.

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