Actions
- Releases the exterior
- Disseminates Lung Qi
- Resolves Phlegm
- Stops cough Dispels external Wind Cold
Indications
- Cough
- Itchy or sore throat
- Possible slight fever and chills
- Aversion to wind
Western Uses:
- Cough
- Whopping Cough
- Flu
- Chronic Tracheitis
Ingredients
7 substances in Zhi Sou San — each links to its full herb monograph.
Bai Bu960 gRelieve Coughing and Wheezing
Bai Qian960 gWarm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold
Chen Pi480 gRegulate the Qi
Gan Cao360 gTonify Qi
Jie Geng960 gWarm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold
Jing Jie960 gWarm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
Zi Wan960 gRelieve Coughing and WheezingPreparation & dosage
Powder. Grind all herbs into an even powder.
Safety — read before use
As this formula is drying, it should be avoided in patients with Yin deficient cough, Lung Heat, and Lung Phlegm Heat cough
Originally Appeared In:
- Medical Revelations (Yi Xue Xin Wu)
Sources & References
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