Lung Meridian

Zoi Medicinals tinctures are alcohol (18.25%) and vegetable glycerin extracts of non-toxic herbs. All herbs used in the manufacturing of Zoi Medicinals products have been tested for heavy metals, bacteria, fungus, and pesticides.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the herbs in Lung Meridian unblock the nasal passages, open the Lung, calm cough, benefit the throat, tonify Qi and Blood, clear the head and eyes, moisten the lung, and eliminate toxins.

• Bo He (Field Mint, Herba menthae haplocalycis) is cool and enters LU and LIV meridians, disperses Wind-Heat, cools and clears the head and eyes, benefits the throat, vents rashes, relieves Liver Qi Stagnation, and expels turbid filth.
• Shi Chang Pu (Sweetflag Rhizome, Rhizoma Acori tatarinowii) is warm and aromatic and enters the HT, ST and LU meridians; opens the orifices, vaporize Phlegm, calms the Spirit and disperses Wind, transforms Damp, harmonizes the Spleen and moves Qi and Blood, reduces swelling, alleviates sores and benefits the throat.
• Xin Yi Hua (Magnolia Flower, Magnoliae lilliflorae) is slightly warm and enters the LU and ST meridians; expels Wind-Cold and unblocks the nasal passages.
• Bai Zhi (Angelica Root, Radix Angelicae dahuricae) is warm and enters the LU, ST and SP meridians; expels Wind, eliminates Damp, unblocks the nasal passages and supports comfort, reduces swelling, and eliminates toxins.
• Jie Geng (Balloon Flower Root, Radix Platycodi) is neutral and enters the LU meridians; opens the lung, spreads Lung Qi, expels Phelgm and benefits the throat, expels pus, raises Lung Qi and directs other herbs to the upper body.
• Huang Qin (Chinese skullcap, Scutellaria baicalensis) is cold and enters the LU, ST, GB, LI and SI meridians; clears heat, dries Damp, drains Fire and detoxifies, cools the Blood and stops bleeding, calms the fetus and calms rising Liver Yang.
• Jin Yin Hua (Magnolia flower, Flos Magnoliae) is cold and enters the LI, LU, and ST meridians; clears heat and resolves toxicity, vents and disperses external Wind-Heat, and clears Damp-Heat from the lower jiao.
• Huo Xiang (Patchouli, Herba Pogostemonis) is warm and aromatic and enters the LU, SP and ST meridians; transforms damp, releases the exterior, harmonizes the Middle Jiao and stops vomiting.
• Pu Gong Ying (Dandelion, Herba Taraxaci) is cold and enters the LIV and ST meridians; dissipates nodules, calms the Liver and clears the eyes, clears Heat, resolves Damp, relieves toxicity.
• Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes Root, Atractylodes macrocephalae) is warm and enters the SP and ST meridians; tonifies the Spleen and augments Qi, dries Damp and promotes water metabolism, stabilizes the Exterior, stops sweating, and calms the fetus.
• Huang Qi (Astragalus Root, Astragalus membranaceus) is slightly warm, enters the LU and SP meridians; tonifies Qi and Blood, strengthens the Spleen, raises Yang Qi of the Spleen and Stomach, tonifies Wei Qi and the lungs, stabilizes the Exterior, promotes urination and reduces edema, promotes discharge of pus, generates flesh and expels toxins, generates body fluids, and eases numbness and supports comfort.
• Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra Fruit, Fructus schisandrae) is warm, enters the HT, KI and LU meridians and all five Zang organs; tonifies Qi, astringes Lung Qi leakage and stops coughing, tonifies Kidney and binds Essence, astringes sweat and generates fluids, quiets the Spirit, and calms and contains Heart Qi.
• Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber, Ophiopogon japonicus) is cool and enters the HT, LU, and ST meridians; moistens the Lungs, nourishes Yin, stops cough, nourishes Stomach Yin, generates Fluids, moistens Intestines, clears Heart and eliminates irritability.
• Dang Shen (Bellflower Root, Radix Codonopsis pilosula) is neutral and enters the LU and SP meridians; tonifies the Middle Jiao and augments Qi, tonifies the Lung, restores the constitution, nourishes the Blood and Body Fluids.
• Dong Chong Xia Cao (Cordyceps Mushroom, Cordyceps sinensis) is slightly warm, enters the LU and KI meridians; tonifies the Kidney, strengthens Yang, augments Jing, nourishes Lung Yin, transform Phlegm, and stops bleeding.

Zoi Medicinals formulas contain 18.25% alcohol. Alcohol has been used in herbal tinctures for centuries. It extracts active ingredients that are not water-soluble, such as essential oils, alkaloids and resins. It enables the tincture to be fast-acting, potent, shelf-stable for long periods of time, and enables their "grab and go” properties (easily portable, ready to take, no refrigeration required). Zoi Medicinals tinctures use organic ethyl alcohol that is USP certified. It is the same alcohol found in vanilla extract (used for cooking), other tinctures, and liquid homeopathic remedies. The dose is very small and can be diluted into water or other drink making the final alcohol content less than 0.5%, which is similar or less than, the amount of alcohol in a cup of kombucha.

• Use standard dose daily for consistent lung support
• Use standard dose 4-5 times a day with increased allergy or respiratory symptoms

Liquid formulas are rapidly absorbed by the body and should be taken by mouth. Hold under the tongue a few moments prior to swallowing; or take in a small amount of water or juice. If alcohol content is a concern, a standard dose (1.5 ml) in one cup of water dilutes the alcohol content to less than 0.5%. Alternatively, formula can be added to hot tea (most alcohol will evaporate) .

The standard, adult dose is two droppers full (1.5 ml) three times a day, stepping down to twice a day for maintenance, or as directed by your health care professional. One full compression of the dropper bulb is a dropper full, about 0.75 ml (the dropper may not appear “full”).

• Standard adult dose — 2 droppers full (1.5 ml), three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• Standard child dose (30-100 lb) — 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• If sensitive to herbs and supplements, start with 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.

For some, it may take several weeks to notice an effect. Consistency is more important than dose, so take some each day even if you can’t keep to a regular schedule. As your body responds to the formula, you may decrease the dose, accordingly.

• Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by your health care practitioner.
• Discontinue use if any new symptoms appear, including symptoms of allergic reaction.
• Not to exceed five droppers full at a time.
• With minor stomach upset, take with food.
• If experiencing minor headache or other discomfort, reduce the dosage to ⅓ of starting dose. Gradually increase the dosage each day until you reach to the desired dosage.
• Every body is different, as the formula alters internal processes, your best dosage may change (always stay within the recommended dosage range).