Modified Xiao Chengqi Decoction

Modified Xiao Chengqi Decoction,When the heat-toxin of cold damage has spread to the interior, causing excessive internal heat and obstruction in the central region, with no aversion to cold externally, but only red eyes, a red tongue coating, and a洪大 pulse that is not very forceful—particularly in patients with a history of cold invasion.

Formulas Name : Modified Xiao Chengqi Decoction

Chinese Name : 加减小承气汤

Drug Formulation

Zhishi 4 qian, Yanhusuo 3 qian, Wulingzhi 3 qian, Muxiang 3 qian, Zhuye 2 qian, Houpo 4 qian, Xiniu Jiao 2 qian, Tongcao 1 qian.

Source

*Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 3.

Benefits

When the heat-toxin of cold damage has spread to the interior, causing excessive internal heat and obstruction in the central region, with no aversion to cold externally, but only red eyes, a red tongue coating, and a洪大 pulse that is not very forceful—particularly in patients with a history of cold invasion.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take while warm.

Modified Xiao Chengqi Decoction,*Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 3.,When the heat-toxin of cold damage has spread to the interior, causing excessive internal heat and obstruction in the central region, with no aversion to cold externally, but only red eyes, a red tongue coating, and a洪大 pulse that is not very forceful—particularly in patients with a history of cold invasion.

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