Cow Bile Double-Dissolving Decoction，From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 64.，This formula is indicated for anal abscesses caused by internal heat toxins combined with external wind pathogens, or by excessive sexual restraint leading to the intermingling of vital energy and semen, resulting in congestion, swelling, pain, or constipation of both the large and small bowels.
Cow Bile Double-Dissolving Decoction
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Formulas Name : Cow Bile Double-Dissolving Decoction
Chinese Name : 牛黄双解散
Drug Formulation
Cinnamon Bark 2.5 qian, Rhubarb (roasted) 2.5 qian, Peony Root 2.5 qian, Pharbitis (pounded and roasted) 2.5 qian, Alisma 2.5 qian, Peach Kernel (shelled, tip removed, and roasted) 2.5 qian, Fried Licorice Root 1 qian, Dried Ginger 1 qian.
Source
From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 64.
Benefits
This formula is indicated for anal abscesses caused by internal heat toxins combined with external wind pathogens, or by excessive sexual restraint leading to the intermingling of vital energy and semen, resulting in congestion, swelling, pain, or constipation of both the large and small bowels.
Instructions for Use
Divide the above into 2 doses. Decoct in water and take on an empty stomach or before meals.
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Cow Bile Double-Dissolving Decoction,This formula is indicated for anal abscesses caused by internal heat toxins combined with external wind pathogens, or by excessive sexual restraint leading to the intermingling of vital energy and semen, resulting in congestion, swelling, pain, or constipation of both the large and small bowels.