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Platycodon and Xuanhuo Decoction,For lung qi obstruction with oppressive cough.

Formulas Name : Platycodon and Xuanhuo Decoction

Chinese Name : 桔梗前胡汤

Drug Formulation

Platycodon root 1 qian, Xianhuo root 1 qian 5 fen, Perilla seed 1 qian 5 fen, Red peony root 1 qian 5 fen, White mulberry bark (honey-fried) 1 qian 5 fen, Dried tangerine peel 1 qian 5 fen, Apricot kernel 3 qian, Bamboo shavings stir-fried with ginger juice 1 qian, Raw licorice root 5 fen.

Source

From *Bi Hua Yi Jing*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For lung qi obstruction with oppressive cough.

Platycodon and Xuanhuo Decoction,From *Bi Hua Yi Jing*, Volume 2.,For lung qi obstruction with oppressive cough.

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