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Chuanxiong-Shu Decoction,For smallpox on the third day, when the pustules have flattened and are no longer raised to the touch.

Formulas Name : Chuanxiong-Shu Decoction

Chinese Name : 芎术汤

Drug Formulation

Chuanxiong 6 fen, Bai Zhu 3 fen, Ren Shen 3 fen, Dang Gui (washed with wine) 3 fen, Fu Ling 3 fen, Sheng Ma 6 fen, Huang Qi 6 fen, Chen Pi 4 fen, Gan Cao (roasted) 3 fen, Zhong Gui 1 fen.

Source

From *Wan’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 6.

Benefits

For smallpox on the third day, when the pustules have flattened and are no longer raised to the touch.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger and 1 jujube; decoct in water and take orally.

Chuanxiong-Shu Decoction,From *Wan’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 6.,For smallpox on the third day, when the pustules have flattened and are no longer raised to the touch.

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