Decoction of Coptis and Huanglian

Decoction of Coptis and Huanglian,For eye conditions characterized by redness, pain, and ulceration, with sensitivity to wind and sunlight, and unbearable throbbing pain.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Coptis and Huanglian

Chinese Name : 胡黄连煎

Drug Formulation

1 fen of Coptis chinensis (powdered), 1 fen of black beans (hulled), 1 fen of Phellodendron bark (powdered), 1 qian of borneol (finely ground), 1 qian of musk (finely ground), 1 fen of bear bile (finely ground), 1 fen of ox gallstone (finely ground), and 1 sheng of goose pear juice.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 32.

Processing

First, mix the first three ingredients together in a silver vessel with 2 large bowls of water; decoct until reduced to half, strain out the residue, add the pear juice and the ground medicinal ingredients, and simmer over low heat until reduced to a decoction. Pour into a porcelain bottle, seal tightly, and bury in a pit for 49 days before retrieving.

Benefits

For eye conditions characterized by redness, pain, and ulceration, with sensitivity to wind and sunlight, and unbearable throbbing pain.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount using the tip of a copper chopstick.

Decoction of Coptis and Huanglian,From *Shenghui*, Volume 32.,For eye conditions characterized by redness, pain, and ulceration, with sensitivity to wind and sunlight, and unbearable throbbing pain.

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