Bao Yuan Gu Qi Decoction

Bao Yuan Gu Qi Decoction,For smallpox characterized by deficiency-cold, loose pores, and deficiency of defensive qi, where small holes appear on the pustules during the swelling phase—neither black nor white—known as “loose smallpox.”

Formulas Name : Bao Yuan Gu Qi Decoction

Chinese Name : 保元固气汤

Drug Formulation

Astragalus (roasted) 3 qian, Ginseng 1 qian, Cinnamon 5 fen, Cloves 3 fen, Licorice (roasted) 5 fen.

Source

*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 9.

Benefits

For smallpox characterized by deficiency-cold, loose pores, and deficiency of defensive qi, where small holes appear on the pustules during the swelling phase—neither black nor white—known as “loose smallpox.”

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Bao Yuan Gu Qi Decoction,*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 9.,For smallpox characterized by deficiency-cold, loose pores, and deficiency of defensive qi, where small holes appear on the pustules during the swelling phase—neither black nor white—known as “loose smallpox.”

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