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Purple Aster and Pinellia Decoction

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Purple Aster and Pinellia Decoction,For cases of retained cold and consumption of cold liquids that have internally injured the Lung Meridian, resulting in persistent cough with phlegm that has not resolved for a long time.

Formulas Name : Purple Aster and Pinellia Decoction

Chinese Name : 紫菀半夏汤

Drug Formulation

Purple Aster (washed), Ephedra (knots removed), Pinellia (washed), Schisandra (stems and stalks removed), Dried Ginger (roasted), Cinnamon (coarse bark removed), Red Peony Root, and Licorice (roasted)—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 158.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For cases of retained cold and consumption of cold liquids that have internally injured the Lung Meridian, resulting in persistent cough with phlegm that has not resolved for a long time.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; decoct in 1 large bowl of water until reduced to 7 fen; strain and take while still slightly warm; no specific time of day is required.

Purple Aster and Pinellia Decoction,From *Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 158.,For cases of retained cold and consumption of cold liquids that have internally injured the Lung Meridian, resulting in persistent cough with phlegm that has not resolved for a long time.

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