Detoxifying and Draining the Spleen Decoction，*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.，Snail-blister caused by wind-dampness attacking the Spleen Meridian. Often occurs on the hands and feet; the affected area suddenly feels as if on fire, followed by the appearance of purple, white, or yellow blisters that gradually enlarge, causing distending pain and restlessness.
Detoxifying and Draining the Spleen Decoction
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Formulas Name : Detoxifying and Draining the Spleen Decoction
Chinese Name : 解毒泻脾汤
Drug Formulation
1 qian Fangfeng, 1 qian Niuzi, 1 qian Shanzhi, 1 qian Shigao, 1 qian Huangqin, 1 qian Cangzhu, 1 qian Gancao, 1 qian Mutong.
Source
*Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 4.
Benefits
Snail-blister caused by wind-dampness attacking the Spleen Meridian. Often occurs on the hands and feet; the affected area suddenly feels as if on fire, followed by the appearance of purple, white, or yellow blisters that gradually enlarge, causing distending pain and restlessness.
Instructions for Use
Add 2 zhong of water and 20 strands of lampwick, decoct until reduced to 8 fen. Administer the decoction according to the severity of the condition, before or after meals. Externally, first use a needle and thread to lancing the blisters to drain the toxic fluid, then apply Taiyi Ointment.
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Detoxifying and Draining the Spleen Decoction,Snail-blister caused by wind-dampness attacking the Spleen Meridian. Often occurs on the hands and feet; the affected area suddenly feels as if on fire, followed by the appearance of purple, white, or yellow blisters that gradually enlarge, causing distending pain and restlessness.