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Xiao Qing Long Tang (Minor Bluegreen Dragon Decoction) 小青龍湯 (小青龙汤)

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Formula Type	Formulas that Release the Exterior
Diagnosis	External wind-cold with thin mucus
Action	Release exterior , transform thin mucus, warm LU and direct rebellious qi downward
Indication	No sweatCough, wheezing, copious white, stringy sputum (difficult to expectorate); chest stifling sensation, body aches and heaviness
Remarks	In severe cases, there may be floating edema or considerable difficulty in breathing when lying down.Note: Ma Huang Tang Minus: Xing Ren
Ingredients	Ma Huang (9 g) Gan Jiang (Organic) (3 g) Xi Xin (3 g) Bai Shao (tested) (9 g) Ban Xia (Fa) (Organic) (9 g) Gan Cao (Zhi) (9 g)

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