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Ma-Xing-Shigao Decoction

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Ma-Xing-Shigao Decoction,Lung abscess: wind injures the skin and hair; heat injures the blood vessels; fever and persistent cough; phlegm with a fishy odor; pulse rapid and forceful.

Formulas Name : Ma-Xing-Shigao Decoction

Chinese Name : 麻杏石膏汤

Drug Formulation

Ephedra, Apricot Kernel, Licorice, Gypsum.

Source

*Essentials of Medical Case Records by Renowned Qing Dynasty Physicians*.

Benefits

Lung abscess: wind injures the skin and hair; heat injures the blood vessels; fever and persistent cough; phlegm with a fishy odor; pulse rapid and forceful.

Instructions for Use

Pound the root of Bodhi grass to extract its juice and mix with water.

Ma-Xing-Shigao Decoction,*Essentials of Medical Case Records by Renowned Qing Dynasty Physicians*.,Lung abscess: wind injures the skin and hair; heat injures the blood vessels; fever and persistent cough; phlegm with a fishy odor; pulse rapid and forceful.

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