Purple Aster and Apricot Kernel Decoction，*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 65.，Qi stagnation in the lungs and incessant coughing in the throat are both caused by deficiency of the lungs, leading to invasion by pathogenic factors, or by cold in the stomach and heat above the diaphragm.
Purple Aster and Apricot Kernel Decoction
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Formulas Name : Purple Aster and Apricot Kernel Decoction
Chinese Name : 紫菀杏仁煎
Drug Formulation
Purple Aster (removed of stems and soil) 1 liang and a half; Apricot Kernels half sheng (removed of skin, tips, and double kernels; ground separately into a fine powder); Fresh Ginger Juice 3 he; Rehmannia Juice 5 he; Ghee 2 liang; Honey 1 sheng; Jujube Flesh half sheng; Fritillaria (core removed) 3 liang;White Poria (with black skin removed) 1 liang, Schisandra berries (roasted) 1 liang, Ginseng 1 liang, Licorice (roasted, coarsely chopped) 1 liang, Platycodon root (coarsely chopped, roasted) 1 liang, Lycium bark 1 liang.
Source
*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 65.
Benefits
Qi stagnation in the lungs and incessant coughing in the throat are both caused by deficiency of the lungs, leading to invasion by pathogenic factors, or by cold in the stomach and heat above the diaphragm.
Instructions for Use
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder. Mix with various natural juices, as well as clarified butter, honey, and almonds. Combine in a copper or silver vessel and simmer over alternating high and low heat, stirring frequently to ensure even mixing. Bring to a boil 110 times; after the decoction is complete, simmer it three more times over a steamer. Take 1 spoonful after meals; immediately lie on your back for a short while, then gradually swallow the medicine. Take twice daily.
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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026
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Purple Aster and Apricot Kernel Decoction,Qi stagnation in the lungs and incessant coughing in the throat are both caused by deficiency of the lungs, leading to invasion by pathogenic factors, or by cold in the stomach and heat above the diaphragm.