Black Soybean and Ophiopogon Decoction，From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 404.，For sores, smallpox, redness and swelling of the eyes, itching, soreness, tearing, and sensitivity to light.
Black Soybean and Ophiopogon Decoction
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Formulas Name : Black Soybean and Ophiopogon Decoction
Chinese Name : 乌豆麦门冬汤
Drug Formulation
2 liang of black soybeans (small ones), 1 liang of Ophiopogon tuber (with core removed).
Source
From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 404.
Benefits
For sores, smallpox, redness and swelling of the eyes, itching, soreness, tearing, and sensitivity to light.
Instructions for Use
Boil with 3 sheng of water until the black soybeans are thoroughly softened. Allow the decoction to cool to a warm temperature, then administer small amounts to the child at regular intervals. Nursing mothers should consume black soybeans and Ophiopogon; for children aged 3–5, they may be given to chew. Cases where the black spot on the pupil is raised are difficult to treat.
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Black Soybean and Ophiopogon Decoction,For sores, smallpox, redness and swelling of the eyes, itching, soreness, tearing, and sensitivity to light.