Cassia Decoction,*Shenghui*, Volume 33.,For long-standing corneal opacities.
Cassia Decoction
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Formulas Name : Cassia Decoction
Chinese Name : 决明煎
Drug Formulation
1 liang of water chestnut cassia seeds, 1.5 liang of lily seeds (soaked in hot water, red skin removed), 1 liang of aloe, 1 liang of qinpi (crushed), 1 liang of Phellodendron bark (coarse bark removed), 1 liang of ma ke (ground),1 liang of cuttlefish bone (ground), 1 liang of purple clam shell (roasted and crushed), 3 fen of Persian green salt (finely ground), and 4 carp gallbladders.
Source
*Shenghui*, Volume 33.
Processing
First, decoct the first five ingredients—including Cassia seeds—in 3 large bowls of water until reduced to 1 bowl; strain thoroughly to remove the residue. Next, add the remaining five ingredients—including Persian salt green—and decoct further until reduced to 1 small bowl. Pour into a polished copper vessel, ensuring no air escapes.
Benefits
For long-standing corneal opacities.
Instructions for Use
Take an amount roughly the size of a soybean, mix it with human milk, apply it to the eyes, close your eyes for a long time to induce tearing, and repeat 2–3 times daily.
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Cassia Decoction,For long-standing corneal opacities.