Ginseng, Astragalus, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction

Ginseng, Astragalus, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction,For smallpox lesions that remain red and do not subside after the expected duration.

Formulas Name : Ginseng, Astragalus, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction

Chinese Name : 参耆丹桂红蓝汤

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Ginseng, 2 qian of Astragalus, 2 qian of Cinnamon Twig, 1 qian of Peony Root, 1 qian of Licorice, 2 qian of Moutan Bark, 1 qian of Safflower.

Source

From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For smallpox lesions that remain red and do not subside after the expected duration.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water until reduced to half a cup; take while warm.

Ginseng, Astragalus, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction,From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.,For smallpox lesions that remain red and do not subside after the expected duration.

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