Ginseng, Astragalus, and Deer Antler Decoction

Ginseng, Astragalus, and Deer Antler Decoction,In the early stages of smallpox, there is no severe fever; the complexion is slightly red or shows red spots; the skin feels slightly tender; and after 4–5 days, the rash has not yet erupted. The complexion appears haggard, resembling but not being a case of internal pathogenic factors. This is a critical condition in children with a constitutional deficiency, where pathogenic toxins are excessive and cannot be expelled through the skin.

Formulas Name : Ginseng, Astragalus, and Deer Antler Decoction

Chinese Name : 参耆鹿茸汤

Drug Formulation

Deer Antler (wine-roasted, hair removed) 3 qian, Astragalus (honey-roasted) 1.5 qian, Angelica (wine-washed) 1.5 qian, Ginseng 1.2 qian, Aconite Root 1 piece, Longan Flesh 3 pieces, Fresh Ginger 1 slice, Licorice (roasted) 0.6 fen.

Source

From *Dictionary of Formulas*, citing *New Methods for Treating Children*.

Benefits

In the early stages of smallpox, there is no severe fever; the complexion is slightly red or shows red spots; the skin feels slightly tender; and after 4–5 days, the rash has not yet erupted. The complexion appears haggard, resembling but not being a case of internal pathogenic factors. This is a critical condition in children with a constitutional deficiency, where pathogenic toxins are excessive and cannot be expelled through the skin.

Instructions for Use

Decoct together, strain out the residue. Add 1 cup of good wine and take while warm.

Ginseng, Astragalus, and Deer Antler Decoction,From *Dictionary of Formulas*, citing *New Methods for Treating Children*.,In the early stages of smallpox, there is no severe fever; the complexion is slightly red or shows red spots; the skin feels slightly tender; and after 4–5 days, the rash has not yet erupted. The complexion appears haggard, resembling but not being a case of internal pathogenic factors. This is a critical condition in children with a constitutional deficiency, where pathogenic toxins are excessive and cannot be expelled through the skin.

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