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Phlegm-Dispersing Decoction,Wind-pathogen obstructs the Lung Meridian, causing nasal congestion, cough, and the expectoration of yellow, turbid phlegm.

Formulas Name : Phlegm-Dispersing Decoction

Chinese Name : 散痰汤

Drug Formulation

Platycodon root 3 qian, Perilla leaf 2 qian, Scutellaria root 1 qian, Ophiopogon tuber 5 qian, Pinellia rhizome 2 qian, Licorice root 1 qian, Dried tangerine peel 1 qian, Poria 3 qian.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Wind-pathogen obstructs the Lung Meridian, causing nasal congestion, cough, and the expectoration of yellow, turbid phlegm.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. After 1 dose, nasal congestion clears; after 2 doses, the cough subsides; after 3 doses, the turbid phlegm dissipates; after 4 doses, the patient is fully recovered.

Phlegm-Dispersing Decoction，From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 9.，Wind-pathogen obstructs the Lung Meridian, causing nasal congestion, cough, and the expectoration of yellow, turbid phlegm.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
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