(Clear
the Qi & Transform Phlegm Decoction)
This
formula comes from Wu Kun=s Investigations of
Medical Formulas (Yi Fang Kao) published in 1584 during the Ming dynasty.
Our version is a 10:1 powdered extract in 500mg gelatin capsules.
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Rx |
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Dan Nan Xing (bile-processed Rhizoma
Arisaematis) |
88 mg |
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Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae) |
88 |
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Gua Lou Ren (Semen Trichosanthis) |
59 |
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Xing Ren (Semen Armeniacae) |
59 |
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Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae) |
59 |
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Fu Ling (Poria) |
59 |
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Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae) |
44 |
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Zhi Shi (Fructus Immaturus Aurantii) |
44 |
Functions
Clears heat and transforms phlegm, downbears counterflow and stops coughing
Indications
Phlegm heat congesting the lungs manifesting as acute and chronic bronchitis and
pneumonia
Signs & symptoms of phlegm heat congesting the lungs include:
Cough with yellow phlegm which is thick and difficult to expectorate
Fullness and oppression in the chest and epigastric region
A red tongue with yellow, slimy fur
A slippery, rapid pulse
Formula explanation
Within this formula, Dan Nan Xing and
Gua Lou Ren clear heat and transform phlegm.
Huang Qin clears heat from the lungs.
Xing Ren diffuses the lungs and stops
coughing. Ban Xia, Fu Ling, and
Chen Pi eliminate dampness and transform
phlegm. They also help to descend the qi and downbear counterflow.
Zhi Shi strongly moves the qi, thus helping
to diffuse the lungs and broaden the chest.
Dosage
Three capsules two times per day equal not less that 30 grams of bulk medicinals.
However, because our extraction process is much more efficient than stovetop
decoction, we believe this amount of our extract is actually more like the
equivalent of 45-60 grams of bulk-dispensed herbs.
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My patient does present the signs and symptoms of: |
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Phlegm heat congesting the lungs |
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