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Ejiao Decoction (Variation),For all types of abscesses, carbuncles, and boils.

Formulas Name : Ejiao Decoction (Variation)

Chinese Name : 阿胶饮子

Drug Formulation

Bovine gelatin (chopped and stir-fried with clam powder until pearl-like) 1 liang, licorice root 1 liang, tangerine peel 5 qian.

Source

From *Essentials of Surgery*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For all types of abscesses, carbuncles, and boils.

Instructions for Use

The above ingredients make 3 doses. Decoct in water and take orally.

Ejiao Decoction (Variation)，From *Essentials of Surgery*, Volume 1.，For all types of abscesses, carbuncles, and boils.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 18, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 18, 2026

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