Xiong's wife, female, 44 years old, has a history of cough and panting, which comes and goes. A week ago, due to accidental exposure to wind-cold, the cough and panting recurred, accompanied by fever, profuse sweating, chest tightness, and poor appetite. The previous doctor prescribed Minor Green-Blue Dragon Decoction with modifications, but it was ineffective.

Current symptoms include cough and panting, which worsen at night, difficulty breathing, inability to lie flat; body temperature 38.4°C, excessive sweating, phlegm sounds in the throat, expectoration of white frothy sputum, palpitations, poor appetite, difficulty in bowel movements, pulse manifestation is weak and rapid, tongue coating is white and greasy. Diagnosed as wheezing syndrome with exterior deficiency. Treatment should aim to relieve panting and stop cough, harmonizing nutrient and defensive aspects. Use Cinnamon Twig plus Magnolia Bark and Apricot Decoction:
Cinnamon Twig 5g, Peony Root 5g, Liquorice Root 3g, Fresh Ginger Rhizome 3g, Chinese date 4 pieces, Bitter Apricot Seed 10g, Magnolia Bark 3g
After taking 2 doses of this prescription, the cough and panting reduced, sweating decreased, body heat subsided, slight improvement in appetite, and bowel movements normalized. The original prescription was maintained with the addition of Black Tin Pill 1.5g to be swallowed before bedtime. After taking 3 doses, the illness was temporarily cured.