Qingqi Datan Pill，*Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 2.，When cold pathogens invade the Lung Shu acupoint and stagnant heat becomes trapped in the Upper Jiao, the lung qi loses its clarity and moisture, causing the essence to congeal and transform into phlegm and cough. In severe cases, phlegm and qi may rise in reverse, leading to shortness of breath; or the throat may feel constricted, accompanied by restless coughing; or turbid qi may cause a sense of fullness and discomfort; or long-standing cold phlegm may result in wheezing and coughing. Regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic, this formula is indicated for all cases involving residual phlegm-fire.
Qingqi Datan Pill
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Formulas Name : Qingqi Datan Pill
Chinese Name : 清气达痰丸
Drug Formulation
3 liang Guang Chenpi, 3 liang Poria, 3 liang Apricot Kernels, 4 liang Perilla Seeds, 1 liang Licorice, 4 liang Tender Mulberry Bark, 4 liang Processed Pinellia, 4 liang Xianhu, 3 liang Trifoliate Orange Fruit, 3 liang Southern Star, 3 liang White Mustard Seeds, 3 liang Trichosanthes Seed.
Source
*Formulas for Saving Lives*, Volume 2.
Processing
Form into pills using water as the binder.
Benefits
When cold pathogens invade the Lung Shu acupoint and stagnant heat becomes trapped in the Upper Jiao, the lung qi loses its clarity and moisture, causing the essence to congeal and transform into phlegm and cough. In severe cases, phlegm and qi may rise in reverse, leading to shortness of breath; or the throat may feel constricted, accompanied by restless coughing; or turbid qi may cause a sense of fullness and discomfort; or long-standing cold phlegm may result in wheezing and coughing. Regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic, this formula is indicated for all cases involving residual phlegm-fire.
Instructions for Use
Take 2–3 qian with clear tea or plain hot water in the afternoon or before bedtime.
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Qingqi Datan Pill,When cold pathogens invade the Lung Shu acupoint and stagnant heat becomes trapped in the Upper Jiao, the lung qi loses its clarity and moisture, causing the essence to congeal and transform into phlegm and cough. In severe cases, phlegm and qi may rise in reverse, leading to shortness of breath; or the throat may feel constricted, accompanied by restless coughing; or turbid qi may cause a sense of fullness and discomfort; or long-standing cold phlegm may result in wheezing and coughing. Regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic, this formula is indicated for all cases involving residual phlegm-fire.