Ingredients

4 substances in Gun Tan Wan — each links to its full herb monograph.

Chen Xiang15 gRegulate the Qi

Da Huang240 gPurgatives

Huang Qin240 gClear Heat and Dry Dampness No specimen photographMeng Shi30 gcalcinedRelieve Coughing and Wheezing

Preparation & dosage

Pills. Grind all herbs into an even powder and use water to form into pills.

Take one 6-9 gram dose, 1-2 times a day with warm water.

Originally Appeared In:

Additions to the Teachings of Dan Xi (Dan Xi Xin Fa fu)

Sources & References

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