Shengjincao Decoction Formula

Shengjincao Decoction Formula,Indicated for scleroderma, varicose veins of the lower extremities, and elephantiasis.

Formulas Name : Shengjincao Decoction Formula

Chinese Name : 伸筋草洗方

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Shenjincao, 5 qian of Tougucao, 1 liang of Qiai, 5 qian of Liujinu, 1 liang of Sangzhi, 5 qian of Guangui, 3 qian of Sumu, 5 qian of Chuan Shan Jia, 3 qian of Caohonghua.

Source

*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.

Benefits

Indicated for scleroderma, varicose veins of the lower extremities, and elephantiasis.

Instructions for Use

Crush the above herbs, place them in a gauze bag, and steam over a pot of water using mulberry twigs as a support; then apply the hot compress, or boil water to soak in; use once every other day.

Note

Do not use in cases of acute inflammation or open sores.

Shengjincao Decoction Formula,*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.,Indicated for scleroderma, varicose veins of the lower extremities, and elephantiasis.

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