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Decoction for Reducing Swelling

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Decoction for Reducing Swelling,For women with sores in the vulva, accompanied by itching, pain, or a constant discharge of pus and fluid.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Reducing Swelling

Chinese Name : 塌肿汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of licorice, 3 qian of dried lacquer, 2 qian of raw rehmannia, 2 qian of scutellaria, 2 qian of angelica, 2 qian of chuanxiong, and 5 qian of softshell turtle shell (roasted).

Source

*Explanations on Surgical Medicine*, Volume 8.

Benefits

For women with sores in the vulva, accompanied by itching, pain, or a constant discharge of pus and fluid.

Instructions for Use

Prepare one dose as above. Use several bowls of water; boil until it comes to a boil several times, strain out the residue, and use the liquid to wash the affected area regularly.

Decoction for Reducing Swelling,*Explanations on Surgical Medicine*, Volume 8.,For women with sores in the vulva, accompanied by itching, pain, or a constant discharge of pus and fluid.

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