gun tan wan
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Nomenaclature

gǔn tán wán
滾痰丸
Vaporize Phlegm Pill
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Open the Orifices

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: mania-withdrawal and palpitaitons with anxiety; or severe, continuous palpitations which can lead to coma; or coughing and wheezing with thick, viscous sputum; or focal distention and a stifling sensation in the chest and epigastrium; or dizziness, vertigo, and tinnitus. in each of these cases there is constipation. there may also be facial tics, insomnia, or very strange dreams, sudden, deep pain in the joints that is difficult to describe, nodules in the neck, or a choking sensation. T: yellow, thick, and greasy coat. P: slippery, rapid and forceful.


Composition:

duan meng shi 30g

da huang 240g

huang qin 240g

chen xiang 15g


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Footnote:


Herbs with this formula

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