Ma Xing Yi Gan Tang (Ephedra, Apricot Kernel, Coix and Licorice Decoction)

Ephedra, Apricot Kernel, Coix and Licorice Decoction

Jin Gui Yao Lue, c. 220 CE

• Ma Huang (small dose), Xing Ren (diffuse Lung/release exterior)
• Yi Yi Ren (drain damp); Gan Cao

• Releases wind-damp from the exterior
• Diffuses the Lung and relieves body aches

Wind-damp obstruction: generalised aching and heavy body and joints that worsen in the afternoon, with a mild fever, in a wind-damp exterior pattern.

Tongue: white greasy coat. Pulse: floating.

For more pronounced cold, increase Ma Huang slightly.

Contains Ma Huang; for wind-damp body aches, not for Lung heat or deficiency.