Cicada and Fangfeng Decoction

Cicada and Fangfeng Decoction,Treats tinea and relieves itching.

Formulas Name : Cicada and Fangfeng Decoction

Chinese Name : 蝉防汤

Drug Formulation

Cicada Shed Skin 4–8 g; Fangfeng, Cangzhu, Danpi, and Huangbai 3–6 g each; Lianqiao and Baixianpi 5–10 g each; Kusheng 2–4 g.

Source

Proven Formula

Benefits

Treats tinea and relieves itching.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 dose daily; decoct with an appropriate amount of water three times. Take 5–20 ml each time, three times daily. For the fourth decoction, add water to the residue, decoct, filter the clear liquid, and let it cool before washing the affected area.

Cicada and Fangfeng Decoction,Proven Formula,Treats tinea and relieves itching.

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