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Modified Yuebi Decoction with Pinellia,For patients with a pre-existing chronic cough who, due to an external pathogen invading the lungs, experience a worsening of the chronic cough, possibly accompanied by wheezing and a sensation of breathlessness, with stagnant phlegm and saliva.

Formulas Name : Modified Yuebi Decoction with Pinellia

Chinese Name : 加味越婢加半夏汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Ephedra, 3 qian of gypsum (calcined and pounded), 5 qian of raw Chinese yam, 4 qian of Ophiopogon (with core), 3 qian of processed Pinellia, 3 qian of burdock seeds (roasted and pounded), 3 qian of Scrophularia, 1 qian 5 fen of licorice, 3 jujubes (split open), and 3 slices of fresh ginger.

Source

*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For patients with a pre-existing chronic cough who, due to an external pathogen invading the lungs, experience a worsening of the chronic cough, possibly accompanied by wheezing and a sensation of breathlessness, with stagnant phlegm and saliva.

Modified Yuebi Decoction with Pinellia，*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.，For patients with a pre-existing chronic cough who, due to an external pathogen invading the lungs, experience a worsening of the chronic cough, possibly accompanied by wheezing and a sensation of breathlessness, with stagnant phlegm and saliva.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
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