Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn (止嗽散, Stop Coughing Powder) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Phlegm & damp category, with Bǎi Bù as chief herb. It contains Bǎi Bù, Zǐ Wǎn, Jié Gěng, Bái Qián, Chén Pí, Jīng Jiè and Zhì Gān Cǎo. Actions: stops cough; transforms phlegm; diffuses Lung; releases exterior (gently) — neutral formula for most coughs.
| Pinyin | Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn (Zhi Sou San) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 止嗽散 |
| English | Stop Coughing Powder |
| Category | Phlegm & damp |
| Chief | Bǎi Bù |
| Tongue | Thin coat |
| Pulse | Moderate or slightly floating |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Bǎi Bù | 9g |
| Zǐ Wǎn | 9g |
| Jié Gěng | 6g |
| Bái Qián | 6g |
| Chén Pí | 6g |
| Jīng Jiè | 6g |
| Zhì Gān Cǎo | 3g |
Actions
Stops cough; transforms phlegm; diffuses Lung; releases exterior (gently) — neutral formula for most coughs
Indications
Lingering cough of any type, especially after exterior illness — neutral for Cold or Heat
Test yourself
What herbs are in Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn?
Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn contains Bǎi Bù 9g, Zǐ Wǎn 9g, Jié Gěng 6g, Bái Qián 6g, Chén Pí 6g, Jīng Jiè 6g and Zhì Gān Cǎo 3g.
What is Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn used for?
Lingering cough of any type, especially after exterior illness — neutral for Cold or Heat.
What are the actions of Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn?
Stops cough; transforms phlegm; diffuses Lung; releases exterior (gently) — neutral formula for most coughs.
What tongue and pulse go with Zhǐ Sòu Sǎn?
Tongue: Thin coat. Pulse: Moderate or slightly floating.
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