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Xuanbai Chengqi Decoction

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Xuanbai Chengqi Decoction,For Yangming dampness disorders characterized by shortness of breath, restlessness, phlegm congestion, a full and enlarged pulse at the right cun position, and failure of lung qi to descend.

Formulas Name : Xuanbai Chengqi Decoction

Chinese Name : 宣白承气汤

Drug Formulation

Raw gypsum 5 qian, raw rhubarb 3 qian, ground apricot kernels 2 qian, Trichosanthes peel 1 qian 5 fen.

Source

*Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.

Benefits

For Yangming dampness disorders characterized by shortness of breath, restlessness, phlegm congestion, a full and enlarged pulse at the right cun position, and failure of lung qi to descend.

Instructions for Use

Add 5 cups of water; boil down to 2 cups; take 1 cup first. If no relief is felt, take another dose.

Xuanbai Chengqi Decoction,*Treatise on Warm Diseases* (Wen Bing Tiao Bian), Volume 2.,For Yangming dampness disorders characterized by shortness of breath, restlessness, phlegm congestion, a full and enlarged pulse at the right cun position, and failure of lung qi to descend.

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