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Traditional Decoction,Deficiency of lung qi combined with external invasion by cold pathogens, manifesting as cough with copious phlegm, body aches and fatigue, aversion to cold and fever, vomiting and nausea, nasal congestion with clear discharge, dry throat, and shortness of breath with a sensation of fullness.

Formulas Name : Traditional Decoction

Chinese Name : 相传汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Schisandra berries, 1 liang of peony root, 3 fen of Pinellia tuber, 3 fen of Asarum root, 3 fen of Aster root, 3 fen of apricot kernels, 3 fen of cinnamon bark, 1 fen of licorice root, and half a liang of ginseng.

Source

From *Ji Feng*, Volume 11.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Deficiency of lung qi combined with external invasion by cold pathogens, manifesting as cough with copious phlegm, body aches and fatigue, aversion to cold and fever, vomiting and nausea, nasal congestion with clear discharge, dry throat, and shortness of breath with a sensation of fullness.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water and 3 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 6 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time.

Traditional Decoction,From *Ji Feng*, Volume 11.,Deficiency of lung qi combined with external invasion by cold pathogens, manifesting as cough with copious phlegm, body aches and fatigue, aversion to cold and fever, vomiting and nausea, nasal congestion with clear discharge, dry throat, and shortness of breath with a sensation of fullness.

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