Powdered Licorice Decoction

Powdered Licorice Decoction,For all types of unexplained swellings, toxic sores, and malignant ulcers.

Formulas Name : Powdered Licorice Decoction

Chinese Name : 粉草汤

Drug Formulation

Licorice root nodes, Angelica sinensis root tips, red peony root, white angelica root, rhubarb, Trichosanthes seed, Schizonepeta, astragalus, and southern frankincense—each in equal parts.

Source

*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 275.

Benefits

For all types of unexplained swellings, toxic sores, and malignant ulcers.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Add 1 large bowl each of wine and water; decoct until reduced to 8 fen. Leave to stand overnight, then take at the fifth watch.

Powdered Licorice Decoction,*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 275.,For all types of unexplained swellings, toxic sores, and malignant ulcers.

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