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Ephedra Decoction

Chinese Prescription: Ma Huang Tang

English Translation: Ephedra Decoction

Formula Type: Release Exterior Cold and Stop Wheezing

Actions: Releases exterior cold & arrests wheezing.

Indications: Fever & chills (chills predominant) without sweating, headache, generalized body aches, wheezing, a thin, white tongue coating, & a floating, tight pulse.

Contraindications: Contraindicated for patients with debility & copious urination, & for patients who are prone to bleeding (especially from the nose). Because of the adrenergic effects of Ma Huang, this formula should be used with caution in cases with hypertension. In addition, it is designed only to be used for very short periods of time.

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