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Angelica and Forsythia Decoction

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Angelica and Forsythia Decoction,For dental disorders where opening the mouth to catch a draft causes severe pain, there is wind-pathogen in the stomach and intestines; if opening the mouth emits an unbearable stench, there is accumulated heat in the stomach and intestines.

Formulas Name : Angelica and Forsythia Decoction

Chinese Name : 当归连翘饮

Drug Formulation

Danggui, Shidi Huang, Chuanxiong, Lianqiao, Fangfeng, Jingjie, Bai Zhi, Qianghuo, Huangqin, Shanzi, Zhike, and Gancao—all in equal parts; Xixin, half the amount.

Source

*Hui Chun*, Volume 5.

Processing

Coarsely chop the above ingredients to make one dose.

Benefits

For dental disorders where opening the mouth to catch a draft causes severe pain, there is wind-pathogen in the stomach and intestines; if opening the mouth emits an unbearable stench, there is accumulated heat in the stomach and intestines.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take on an empty stomach.

Angelica and Forsythia Decoction，*Hui Chun*, Volume 5.，For dental disorders where opening the mouth to catch a draft causes severe pain, there is wind-pathogen in the stomach and intestines; if opening the mouth emits an unbearable stench, there is accumulated heat in the stomach and intestines.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 20, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 20, 2026

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