Decoction to Strengthen the Lungs

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name	Latin	Amount *
Elecampane	Inula helenium	2 drams
Figs	Ficus carica	2
Licorice	Glycyrrhiza glabra
Comfrey	Symphytum officinale	1 dram ea.
Coltsfoot flower	Tussilago farfara	1 pugil

Preparation:

Prepare a standard Decoction

Function:

strengthens the Lungs, stops Cough and Wheezing

Use:

1. Chronic Cough
2. Wheezing
3. Breathlessness associated with Lung weakness
4. Chronic Lung disease

Dose:

small cupful twice daily

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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