Bupleurum 6-9 gm, Peony 4.5 gm, roasted Licorice 3 gm, Tangerine Peel 3 gm, Fresh Ginger 3-5 slices, Angelica 6 gm (for diarrhea, replace with Rehmannia).

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Decoct the above ingredients with 300 ml of water until reduced to 240 ml, and administer while warm.

bubble_chart Indications

In cases of inherent yin deficiency, or occasional exposure to wind-cold due to insufficient blood in the liver meridian; or when the pathogenic influence is not deep and can be treated with both tonification and dispersion; or for common colds occurring after illness or childbirth, where the use of dispersing agents is appropriate but the blood and qi are too weak to facilitate outward expulsion.

bubble_chart Formula Modification

For those with mild cold, cough, and vomiting, add 3-6 grams of Pinellia.