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Melting Acorus Decoction

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Melting Acorus Decoction,For hoarseness caused by wind-cold invading the lungs.

Formulas Name : Melting Acorus Decoction

Chinese Name : 含化菖蒲煎

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Acorus rhizome (powdered), 2 liang of Cinnamomum cassia bark, half a liang of fresh ginger (squeezed for juice), and 12 liang of white honey.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 6.

Processing

First, decoct the Acorus and Cinnamon Bark in 1 large bowl of water until reduced to 5 fen; then add the ginger juice and white honey, and simmer until it becomes a paste.

Benefits

For hoarseness caused by wind-cold invading the lungs.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 teaspoon, let it dissolve in the mouth, and swallow the liquid; take as needed.

Melting Acorus Decoction,From *Shenghui*, Volume 6.,For hoarseness caused by wind-cold invading the lungs.

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