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Decoction for Strengthening the Roots and Clarifying the Eyes,Symptoms of Dilated Pupils. Pupils in both eyes as large as beans; dizziness and vertigo; vision fluctuates between light and dark, as if viewing through clouds or mist.

Formulas Name : Decoction for Strengthening the Roots and Clarifying the Eyes

Chinese Name : 固本明目汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Dali Ginseng, 3 qian of Rubus fruit, 5 qian of Scrophularia root, 3 qian of Polygala root, 4 qian of White Peony root, 3 qian of Poria with the core, 3 qian of Ligustrum fruit, 3 qian of Myrrh, 3 qian of Tribulus fruit (roasted), 1 qian of Licorice root, 2 qian of Magnetite.

Source

*Clinical Notes on Ophthalmology*.

Benefits

Symptoms of Dilated Pupils. Pupils in both eyes as large as beans; dizziness and vertigo; vision fluctuates between light and dark, as if viewing through clouds or mist.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Decoction for Strengthening the Roots and Clarifying the Eyes，*Clinical Notes on Ophthalmology*.，Symptoms of Dilated Pupils. Pupils in both eyes as large as beans; dizziness and vertigo; vision fluctuates between light and dark, as if viewing through clouds or mist.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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