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Belamcanda and Mouse-Stick Decoction

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Belamcanda and Mouse-Stick Decoction,High fever in children caused by residual toxins from smallpox, accompanied by hard stools, or sores in the mouth and on the tongue, and a swollen, sore throat.

Formulas Name : Belamcanda and Mouse-Stick Decoction

Chinese Name : 射干鼠粘子汤

Drug Formulation

4 liang of Shuzhanzi (roasted and pounded), 1 liang of licorice (roasted), 1 liang of Cimicifuga, and 1 liang of Belamcanda.

Source

From *Discussions on Formulas for Smallpox in Children*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

High fever in children caused by residual toxins from smallpox, accompanied by hard stools, or sores in the mouth and on the tongue, and a swollen, sore throat.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 large bowl of water, decoct until reduced to 6 fen, strain, and drink slowly while warm.

Belamcanda and Mouse-Stick Decoction,From *Discussions on Formulas for Smallpox in Children*.,High fever in children caused by residual toxins from smallpox, accompanied by hard stools, or sores in the mouth and on the tongue, and a swollen, sore throat.

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