Qiong Yu Gao琼玉膏
Precious Jade Syrup
Also known asBeautiful Jade Paste
- Medicinals
- 4
Composition
- Ren ShenRx. Ginseng750 g
Tonifies Lung *Qi*.
Nourishes Yin, generates fluids, increases saliva and treats wasting and thirsting.
Strengthens the Spleen and transforms Phlegm.
Nourishes the Lungs and stops cough.
Actions
- Replenishes Yin
- Restores moisture to the Lungs
- Boosts Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
Patterns treated
- Deficiency of both Lung Qi and Yin
- Deficiency affecting Lung Yin and Spleen Qi
- Deficiency of Yin in the Lung and Kidney
Manifestations
- A dry cough producing scant phlegm
- Dryness of the throat
- Coughing up of blood
- Atrophy of the muscle tissue
- Marked thinness
- Lightheadedness
- Ringing in the ears
- A lack of energy
- Diminished strength
- Breathlessness
- Flushed cheeks
- Sweating that occurs without exertion
- Weakness in the legs
- Tongue body
- Either Red or Crimson, and lacking in moisture
- Coating
- Scant in amount
- Pulse
- Thin and fast, or Small and feeble
Indications
- Coughing
- Diabetes mellitus
- Difficulty sleeping
- Tuberculosis of the larynx
- Tuberculosis of the pharynx
- Long-standing laryngitis
- A weakened immune system
- Lack of physical strength
- Difficulty breathing
- Tuberculosis of the lungs
- Complete loss of voice
- A parched throat
- Long-standing bronchitis
- A bronchiectatic condition
- Skin inflammation
- Ear ringing
- Exhaustion
Modifications
For an immune system that is weakened
- −Sheng Di Huang
- +Mai Men Dong
- +Tian Men Dong
- +Di Gu Pi
Cautions
- This formula is contraindicated in those who have soft stools or experience bloating after meals.
- Should signs of an External invasion appear, discontinue use until they have cleared.
Notes
- Decoct the herbs in water on three separate occasions — four hours for the first, three hours for the second, and two hours for the third. Combine the resulting strained liquids and let the mixture settle, then draw off the clear portion from the top. Warm the thicker liquid remaining at the bottom over a low flame while blending in honey. Strain once more to skim off any foam, then let it cool. The dose is 9-15g, taken twice daily in warm water.
- The main purpose of this formula is to address Yin Deficiency.