*Arrest Wheezing Decoction (ding chuan tang)

Chief: Ma Huang, Yin Xing

Deputy: Xing Ren, Su Zi, Ban Xia, Kuan Dong Hua

Assistant: Sang Bai Pi, Huang qin

Envoy: Gan Cao

Pattern: Wheezing caused by Wind-Cold constraining the exterior and phlegm-heat smoldering in the interior.

Indications: Coughing and wheezing with copious, thick, and yellow sputum, labored breathing, a greasy, yellow tongue coating, and a slippery, rapid pulse. There may also be simultaneous fever and chills.

​Cautions and contraindications: Inappropriate in cases of externally-contracted Wind-Cold which present with no sweating and internal phlegm-heat. Also inappropriate in cases of chronic asthma with Qi deficiency and a frail pulse.

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