Perilla Seed Qi-Descending Decoction

Perilla Seed Qi-Descending Decoction,Cold phlegm obstructing the upper body, causing coughing, shortness of breath, and a sensation of fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

Formulas Name : Perilla Seed Qi-Descending Decoction

Chinese Name : 苏子降气饮

Drug Formulation

Perilla seeds 1 sheng, Xianhu 1 liang, Houpo 1 liang, Licorice 1 liang, Danggui 1 liang, Pinellia 1 sheng, Tangerine peel 3 liang, Jujubes 20, Fresh ginger 1 jin, Cinnamon bark 4 liang.

Source

*Xingyuan*, Volume 3. An alternative name for “Perilla Seed Decoction” from *Qianjin*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Cold phlegm obstructing the upper body, causing coughing, shortness of breath, and a sensation of fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients; add 1 dou 3 sheng of water, boil until reduced to 2.5 sheng, and divide into 5 doses. Take 3 times during the day and 2 times at night.

Perilla Seed Qi-Descending Decoction,*Xingyuan*, Volume 3. An alternative name for “Perilla Seed Decoction” from *Qianjin*, Volume 7.,Cold phlegm obstructing the upper body, causing coughing, shortness of breath, and a sensation of fullness and oppression in the chest and diaphragm.

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