Minor Blue Dragon Decoction
小青龙汤xiǎo qīng lóng tāng · Shanghan Lun (public domain) · clears the surface / warms the lungs (shortness of breath)
Functions
clears the chest, warms the lungs dissolves cold, thick phlegm and relieves shortness of breath
Indications
External cold with internal cold fluid: cough and asthma with copious, pale, frothy phlegm wheezing, stuffiness, lack of thirst
Contraindications
phlegm caused by heat (thick and yellow) heat caused by a deficiency of yin ⚠️ Contains ma-huang and xi-xin (toxic): when prescribed, small doses of xi-xin
Notes
The “cold water in the lungs” formula: warms and clears the lungs, dissolving copious amounts of clear phlegm associated with coughing and asthma caused by the cold. Preparation: Boil the ma-huang first, skim off the foam, then add the rest.
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.