Ephedra (de-rooted and de-noded) 300 gm, Tussilago farfara (de-reeded, stems and stalks removed), Terminalia chebula (pitted), Glycyrrhiza uralensis (licorice root), each 150 gm, Cinnamomum cassia (peeled, indirect heat) 180 gm, Prunus armeniaca (peeled, tips removed, stir-fried with bran) 90 gm.

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Grind into fine powder. Take 6 grams each time, add 150 ml of water and 3 grams of good tea, decoct until reduced to 120 ml, and take after meals and before bedtime. If unable to decoct at midnight, mix the powdered medicine with tea and take with boiling water.

bubble_chart Indications

Cough with rapid breathing, phlegm congestion, restlessness, pain and distension in the chest and flanks; also effective for common cold cough and discomfort in the diaphragm.

bubble_chart Cautions and Contraindications

During the medication period, avoid fish, alcohol, grilled foods, pork, and any strong-smelling or pungent foods.