
Er Chen Wan - Citrus & Pinellia Combination
Er Chen Wan also known as Citrus & Pinellia Combination
TCM ACTIONS
Dries Damp, resolves Phlegm, regulates the Qi and harmonises the middle Jiao.
INDICATIONS
Conditions characterised by excessive mucous or sputum (e.g. COPD – chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), digestive disorders with nausea or vomiting (e.g. morning sickness, chronic gastritis, children’s indigestion), Meniere’s disease.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Productive cough, Copious watery or frothy white sputum that is easily expectorated, Oppression in the chest, Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Nasal or sinus congestion, Greasy white tongue coat, Slippery pulse,
ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS
• Pinellia tuber is used orally in formulas to treat various digestive and respiratory disorders. It has been shown to have antitussive, mucolytic, and antiemetic actions.
• Citrus peel is used orally in formulas to treat a wide variety of digestive and respiratory disorders. It has been shown to have expectorant and carminative actions
DOSAGE & COURSE OF TREATMENT
8 - 12 pills, 3 times daily, half to one hour away from food. In severe cases and in the early stages of treatment (first 2 – 3 weeks) the dosage may be increased by 50 - 100%. Course of treatment: 1 – 3 months, or longer for chronic conditions. Safe to use long term.
CAUTIONS
None noted.
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