Cimicifuga and Pueraria Decoction

Cimicifuga and Pueraria Decoction,For external pathogenic factors affecting the Yangming channel, causing headaches extending to the eye sockets; and facial swelling and pain attributable to wind.

Formulas Name : Cimicifuga and Pueraria Decoction

Chinese Name : 升麻葛根汤

Drug Formulation

Pueraria root 2 qian, Cimicifuga root 1 qian, Gentiana root 1 qian, Schizonepeta 1 qian, Perilla leaf 1 qian, Red peony root 1 qian, White angelica root 1 qian 5 fen, Licorice 7 fen.

Source

*Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For external pathogenic factors affecting the Yangming channel, causing headaches extending to the eye sockets; and facial swelling and pain attributable to wind.

Instructions for Use

Add 2 slices of fresh ginger; decoct in water and take orally.

Cimicifuga and Pueraria Decoction,*Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 2.,For external pathogenic factors affecting the Yangming channel, causing headaches extending to the eye sockets; and facial swelling and pain attributable to wind.

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