Zi Wan Usages and Indications

• Relieves cough and expels phlegm - important herb for stopping coughs of various etiologies, especially chronic, cold induced cough with copious sputum that is difficult to expectorate, or of blood streaked sputum.
• Frying in honey enhances the moistening function of the lungs and stops cough.

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Zi Wan

• Dosage: 3-9g

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Staff Clinical Notes

• Often used with Kuan Dong Hua.

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