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Scutellaria Decoction for Clearing the Lungs

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Scutellaria Decoction for Clearing the Lungs,For lung wind, acne, and nasal congestion that initially presents as redness but later develops into swelling of the nasal mucosa.

Formulas Name : Scutellaria Decoction for Clearing the Lungs

Chinese Name : 黄芩清肺饮

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 1 qian, Danggui 1 qian, Red Peony Root 1 qian, Fangfeng 1 qian, Raw Rehmannia 1 qian, Dried Pueraria Root 1 qian, Tianhuafen 1 qian, Forsythia 1 qian, Safflower 1 qian, Scutellaria 2 qian, Peppermint 5 fen.

Source

*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.

Benefits

For lung wind, acne, and nasal congestion that initially presents as redness but later develops into swelling of the nasal mucosa.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 zhong of water until reduced to 8 fen; take after meals, followed by a cup of wine to wash it down.

Scutellaria Decoction for Clearing the Lungs,*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.,For lung wind, acne, and nasal congestion that initially presents as redness but later develops into swelling of the nasal mucosa.

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