Qiong Yu Gao
Star琼玉膏 (Beautiful Jade Paste)
Source: Hong Shi Ji Yan Fang (1170)
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Qiong Yu Gao (Beautiful Jade Paste), from the Hong Shi Ji Yan Fang (Time-Tested Formulas of the Hong Family).
Actions: Nourishes yin and moistens the Lung; Tonifies qi and strengthens the Spleen.
Presentation: Lung yin and Spleen qi deficiencies: generalized deficiency and debility, dry coughing with streaks of blood, dry throat, muscle wasting, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
Cautions:
- Contraindicated for coughing of blood caused by exterior conditions.
Herb–drug interactions:
- ACE inhibitor-induced cough: Qiong Yu Gao was effective in preventing the dry cough
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 1041.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sheng Di Huang
printed dose 8,000g (no single modern dose); as printed: Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae) 8,000g
|
g | — | Jun (Chief) | nourishes yin, supplements body fluids, clears deficiency fire |
|
Ren Shen
printed dose 750g (no single modern dose); as printed: Ren Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng) 750g
|
g | — | Zuo (Assistant) | tonifies Spleen qi; with Fu Ling eliminates dampness and phlegm in the Lung |
|
Fu Ling
printed dose 1,500g (no single modern dose); as printed: Fu Ling (Poria) 1,500g
|
g | — | Zuo (Assistant) | tonifies Spleen qi; eliminates dampness and phlegm accumulating in the Lung |
|
Feng Mi
printed dose 5,000g (no single modern dose); as printed: Feng Mi (Mel) 5,000g
|
g | — | nourishes the Lung and moistens dryness |
Preparation
Powder Ren Shen and Fu Ling; filter the honey; simmer Di Huang for its juice. Combine and cook over low heat for 3 days into a thick paste; store in silver, stone or porcelain (avoid iron). Take 2 spoonfuls [6-9g] in the morning with hot water or warm grain liquor.
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