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Pig’s Tongue Decoction

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Pig’s Tongue Decoction,Phlegm stagnation in the spleen and stomach, with vomiting of clear fluid.

Formulas Name : Pig’s Tongue Decoction

Chinese Name : 猪舌汤

Drug Formulation

1 fresh pig’s tongue, 1 liang Poria.

Source

From *Records of Smallpox and Measles* (Vol. 11).

Benefits

Phlegm stagnation in the spleen and stomach, with vomiting of clear fluid.

Instructions for Use

Decoct the above herbs together and take the decoction.

Pig’s Tongue Decoction,From *Records of Smallpox and Measles* (Vol. 11).,Phlegm stagnation in the spleen and stomach, with vomiting of clear fluid.

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