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Dragon-Subduing Decoction

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Dragon-Subduing Decoction,Snake bites.

Formulas Name : Dragon-Subduing Decoction

Chinese Name : 降龙汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Angelica dahurica, 1 liang of Prunella vulgaris, 1 liang of dandelion, 1 liang of Viola yedoensis, 3 qian of raw licorice, 3 qian of white alum, 3 qian of Fritillaria.

Source

*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 10.

Benefits

Snake bites.

Instructions for Use

Prepare one large dose. Decoct and take orally.

Dragon-Subduing Decoction,*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 10.,Snake bites.

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