California License Exams, Pacific College Comps
Ophiopogonis Decoction
Enrich the Yin and Moisten
Benefits the Stomach, generates fluids, and directs rebellious Qi downward
Jin Gui Yao Lue (Eastern Han - approximately 200 AD)
For Lung wilt (fei wei) caused by deficient Stomach heat, which rebels and scorches Lung Yin. Signs and symptoms include coughing and spitting, shortness of breath, wheezing, and an uncomfortable dry sensation in the throat and mouth. Tongue is dry and red with little coating. Pulse is deficient and rapid.