Raw Rhinoceros Horn Decoction

Raw Rhinoceros Horn Decoction,For accumulated heat in the spleen and lungs, stagnation in the viscera, swelling and pain in the throat, and phlegm-induced cough with difficulty breathing.

Formulas Name : Raw Rhinoceros Horn Decoction

Chinese Name : 生犀饮

Drug Formulation

2 liang of rhubarb, 2 liang of calcium carbonate, 1 liang of Chinese schizonepeta, 1 liang of peppermint, and 1 liang of licorice.

Source

From *Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 63.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For accumulated heat in the spleen and lungs, stagnation in the viscera, swelling and pain in the throat, and phlegm-induced cough with difficulty breathing.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take after meals; alternatively, grind into a powder and take with honey water.

Raw Rhinoceros Horn Decoction,From *Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, cited in *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 63.,For accumulated heat in the spleen and lungs, stagnation in the viscera, swelling and pain in the throat, and phlegm-induced cough with difficulty breathing.

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