Occasional discomfort in the chest and dryness in the throat can linger. When External Invasion of Wind, Heat, Cold or Dampness accumulates in the chest, this disrupts the descending and dispersing functions of the Lung and it is important to restore the proper downward movement of the Qi. Prolonged stagnation of Lung Qi can result in the depletion of Moisture, leading to Dryness. Because the Lung abhors dryness, it is often necessary to replenish Moisture. Reinforcing the Qi and Moisture of the Lung supports a healthy respiratory system, provides for adequate lubricating secretions and robust Defensive (Wei) Qi (or immunity). RATIONALE Bamboo secretion, Polygala root, Trichosanthes seed, Zhejiang fritillary bulb, honey fried Stemona root, licorice cured Pinellia rhizome, Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit, Magnolia bark, Perilla fruit, White mulberry leaf, Ginger rhizome and Platycodon root transform and dispel Phlegm, moisten Dryness, alleviate occasional stuffiness in the chest and support easy expectoration. Trichosanthes seed, Bamboo secretion, Scrophularia root and Chinese skullcap root dispel Phlegm Heat, soothe the throat and chest. Bamboo secretion, Scrophularia root and Polygala root calm the Po and Shen that become agitated when Phlegm and Heat pervade the Upper Burner. Licorice cured Pinellia rhizome, Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit, Magnolia bark, Perilla fruit, dry fried Bitter orange immature fruit and Platycodon root dispel Phlegm as well as redirect the rebellious Qi downward, which settles the Stomach. While the Stomach and Spleen are the source of Phlegm, the Lung is its receptacle. Poria and Chinese licorice root and rhizome enhance the protective and harmonizing action of the herbs upon both the digestive and respiratory systems. White mulberry leaf and Schisandra fruit purge External Wind and consolidate the Lung and Defensive Qi (Wei). Many of the herbs in the formula are cooling, so the addition of Ginger rhizome prevents overcooling, especially of the Spleen and Lung, as well as helps to transform Phlegm and disperse stagnant Qi and Moisture. Another warm-natured herb, Schizandra fruit generates fluids by securing the Qi and Yin of the Lung and Kidney, assists in rectifying the Lung Qi by reinforcing the anchoring function of the Kidney and quiets the Shen/ Mind by harmonizing the Heart and Kidney. Lastly, White peony root, Poria, Aromatic Solomon’s seal rhizome and Pseudostellaria root replenish Blood, Moisture and Qi and, along with Chinese licorice root and rhizome plus Chinese skullcap root, Heat is completely cleared and harmony ensues.
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