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Blood-Activating and Qi-Regulating Decoction,For abscesses and boils, as well as swollen sores.

Formulas Name : Blood-Activating and Qi-Regulating Decoction

Chinese Name : 活血调气汤

Drug Formulation

Schizonepeta 1 qian 2 fen, Trichosanthes root 1 qian 2 fen, Saposhnikovia root 1 qian 2 fen, Red peony root 1 qian 2 fen, Dried tangerine peel 1 qian 2 fen, Licorice nodes 8 fen, Sichuan fritillary bulb (with core removed) 2 qian, Honeysuckle 2 qian, White angelica root 2 qian, Angelica sinensis root tip 2 qian.

Source

*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Abscesses*, Volume 7.

Benefits

For abscesses and boils, as well as swollen sores.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Blood-Activating and Qi-Regulating Decoction，*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Abscesses*, Volume 7.，For abscesses and boils, as well as swollen sores.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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