Chaihu and Gegen Decoction

Chaihu and Gegen Decoction,For treating tooth toxicity. Indicated when the pathogen has not been fully expelled from the exterior, fever persists, and the affected area is red, swollen, hard, and painful.

Formulas Name : Chaihu and Gegen Decoction

Chinese Name : 柴胡葛根汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Bupleurum, 1 qian of Trichosanthes root, 1 qian of dried Pueraria root, 1 qian of Scutellaria, 1 qian of Platycodon, 1 qian of Forsythia, 1 qian of Arctium seeds, 1 qian of Gypsum, 0.5 fen of Licorice, and 0.3 fen of Cimicifuga.

Source

*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.

Benefits

For treating tooth toxicity. Indicated when the pathogen has not been fully expelled from the exterior, fever persists, and the affected area is red, swollen, hard, and painful.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 2 zhong of water until reduced to 8 fen; take as needed, regardless of the time of day.

Chaihu and Gegen Decoction,*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.,For treating tooth toxicity. Indicated when the pathogen has not been fully expelled from the exterior, fever persists, and the affected area is red, swollen, hard, and painful.

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