Black Tin Decoction

Black Tin Decoction,For abscesses on the back or head accompanied by pain and ulceration.

Formulas Name : Black Tin Decoction

Chinese Name : 黑锡煎

Drug Formulation

1 jin of black tin.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 131.

Processing

First melt until it floats; while still hot, grind into a paste. Add 1 dou of ash-free wine and simmer the tin until reduced to 3 sheng; store in a porcelain bottle.

Benefits

For abscesses on the back or head accompanied by pain and ulceration.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 zhan per dose, mixed with 2 qian bi of raw licorice powder; take 3 doses daily. In severe cases, recovery occurs after 5–7 doses.

Black Tin Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 131.,For abscesses on the back or head accompanied by pain and ulceration.

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