What should Ophiopogon japonicus be used with to treat chronic pharyngitis

Many of our medical books record that Ophiopogon japonicus tastes slightly bitter, is cold in nature, and has the effect of moistening the lungs and clearing the heart. Based on these characteristics, it is also used as an auxiliary means to treat chronic pharyngitis. Generally speaking, Ophiopogon japonicus appears in the form of tea. It can be brewed with Gardenia jasminoides, Sterculia lychnophora, licorice, etc., and you will feel much better after eating it for a week. In addition to Ophiopogon japonicus, herbs such as Polygonatum odoratum, Lonicera japonica, Scrophularia ningpoensis, Licorice, etc. can also treat chronic pharyngitis.

1. Ophiopogon japonicus double flower tea

Prescription: 5g of Ophiopogon japonicus, 5g of Shuanghua, 3g of Gardenia jasminoides, 1 Sterculia lychnophora, 3g of Scrophularia ningpoensis, 3g of Raw Licorice, 3g of Oroxylum bungeanum, and 3g of Olive. Preparation method: put the combination into tea bags. Usage: brew with boiling water as a substitute for tea. Take 1 dose per day. One course of treatment is 7 days. Efficacy: nourishing yin and clearing away heat, nourishing yin and increasing fluid, promoting fluid production and relieving sore throat, resolving phlegm and relieving cough, purging heat and promoting bowel movements.

2. Polygonatum odoratum and honeysuckle soup

Prescription: 15g of Polygonatum odoratum, 15g of Honeysuckle, 15g of Sophora flavescens, 15g of Ophiopogon japonicus, and 15g of Phellodendron chinense. Preparation method: Add about 750ML of water and simmer until it reaches 400ml. Usage: 2 times/day, one course of treatment is 5 days. Efficacy: It can nourish yin and clear the lungs, nourish yin and reduce inflammation, and clear the throat.

3. Double-root Platycodon grandiflorum soup

Prescription: 20 grams of Isatis root, 15 grams of Sophora flavescens, 12 grams of Platycodon grandiflorum, 10 grams of Dioscorea chinensis, 10 grams of Ophiopogon japonicus, 5 grams of Licorice root, and 50 grams of honey. Preparation method: Soak the first 6 Chinese medicinal materials in 1000ML of cold water for 20 minutes, then boil them for half an hour, pour the boiled medicine into a cup and add honey. Directions: Take 3 times a day. It can also be drunk frequently instead of tea. Take 1 dose per day, 1 course of treatment for 7 days. Efficacy: It has the effects of nourishing yin, clearing heat, moistening the throat and relieving pain.

4. Yangyirenjia Tea

Formula: bergamot, licorice, chrysanthemum, platycodon, sweet tea, gardenia and other herbal plants that can be used for both medicinal and edible purposes. Preparation method: Add boiling water and soak for 10 minutes. It can be used when the temperature is appropriate. Directions: Drink frequently instead of tea. Efficacy: Suitable for people with chronic pharyngitis, sore throat, itchy throat, foreign body sensation in the throat, hoarseness, tonsillitis, upper respiratory tract infection, cold and cough, excessive use of the voice, and excessive smoking and drinking.

5. Scrophularia and Licorice Decoction

Prescription composition: Platycodon, Prunella Vulgaris, Taro fruit, Dandelion, Scrophularia, dried plum branch, and raw licorice. Each medicine is in equal amounts. Preparation and usage: Crush the above ingredients and put them into tea bags, 10g per bag. Directions for use: When needed, take 1 bag and put it in a cup, add 20g of honey, 350 to 500ml of boiling water, stir well, and when it is warm enough to drink, drink slowly and swallow slowly. Each bag can be soaked repeatedly, 1 bag per day. One course of treatment is 15 days. Efficacy: Soothes the throat and clears the throat. It is suitable for use in cases of dry and itchy throat, foreign body sensation, sore throat, etc.