Decoction for Spitting Blood

Tradition:


Western

Source / Author:


Wirtzung

Herb Name

Jujubes
Sebesten
Gum Arabic
Tragacanth
Aniseed
Mallow seed
Steeled water

Latin


Ziziphus jujuba
Cordia spp
Acacia arabica
Astragalus tragacanth
Pimpinella anisum
Malva sylvestris

Aqua chalebs

Amount





2 drams ea.

1 dram ea.
1 quart


Preparation:


Decoct until one third has been decocted

Function:


Nourishes Lung, benefits Yin and Qi, stops Bleeding

Use:


Spitting of Blood with Lung weakness

Dose:


2–4 oz., two or three times daily

Cautions:


None noted

Modifications:


Comfrey and/or Plantain can be added

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