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Decoction for Relieving Exterior Syndromes,For cases where lower-body sores and fecal toxicity occur simultaneously, accompanied by internal pain in the tendons and bones.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Relieving Exterior Syndromes

Chinese Name : 解表饮

Drug Formulation

Ephedra 3 qian, Perilla 3 qian, Platycodon 3 qian, Chuanxiong 5 qian, Cimicifuga 5 qian, Angelica 5 qian, Honeysuckle Flower 5 qian, Ginger-processed Silkworm 3 qian 5 fen, Cicada Shedding 3 qian 5 fen, Goat Meat 10 liang.

Source

*Complete Book of Experiences on Sores and Ulcers*, Volume 6.

Benefits

For cases where lower-body sores and fecal toxicity occur simultaneously, accompanied by internal pain in the tendons and bones.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 10 bowls of wine until reduced to 3 zhong, then take the entire dose at once. Cover the patient with thick clothing until profuse sweating occurs.

Note

The discharge is watery, and the stool is loose and watery.

Decoction for Relieving Exterior Syndromes，*Complete Book of Experiences on Sores and Ulcers*, Volume 6.，For cases where lower-body sores and fecal toxicity occur simultaneously, accompanied by internal pain in the tendons and bones.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026

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