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Chuanxiong Shengma Decoction

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Chuanxiong Shengma Decoction,For cases where smallpox lesions have appeared but are not evenly distributed, or where toxic qi is obstructed, causing the lesions to emerge slowly.

Formulas Name : Chuanxiong Shengma Decoction

Chinese Name : 川芎升麻汤

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of Chuanxiong, half a liang of Chuan Shengma, half a liang of Danggui (stem removed, washed), and half a liang of Bai Shaoyao.

Source

From *General Essentials of Health Preservation*, Volume 8.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For cases where smallpox lesions have appeared but are not evenly distributed, or where toxic qi is obstructed, causing the lesions to emerge slowly.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 qian per dose; decoct in 7 fen of water until reduced to 5 fen; strain and take while warm, at any time.

Chuanxiong Shengma Decoction,From *General Essentials of Health Preservation*, Volume 8.,For cases where smallpox lesions have appeared but are not evenly distributed, or where toxic qi is obstructed, causing the lesions to emerge slowly.

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