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Ephedra, Apricot, Gypsum and Licorice Decoction

Chinese Prescription: Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang

English Translation: Ephedra, Apricot, Gypsum and Licorice Decoction

Formula Type: Clear Heat from the Organs

Actions: Facilitates the flow of Lung qi, clears heat, & calms wheezing by directing rebellious qi downward.

Indications: Fever with or without sweating, thirst, wheezing, coughing, labored breathing, nasal flaring & pain, a thin tongue coating that can either be white or yellow, & a rapid pulse that can be floating or slippery.

Contraindications: Contraindicated for wheezing due to cold & in cases where the pathogenic influence lingers due to deficiency of the normal qi.

PinyinEnglishSuggested Dosage
view: Ma Huang
Ephedra Stem 12g
view: Shi Gao
Gypsum 24g
view: Xing Ren
Apricot Kernel 50 pieces (18g)
view: Zhi Gan Cao
Honey-fried Licorice 6g