Exterior-Resolving and Detoxifying Decoction，From *Essentials of Smallpox Treatment*, Volume 23.，For smallpox cases characterized by deficiency of exterior qi, excessive pathogenic toxins, heat in the Nutritive Qi and weakness of the Defensive Qi, loose pores, and flaccid muscles—resulting in an inability to contain the pathogen externally—leading to a sudden, simultaneous eruption of smallpox lesions within 1–2 days of onset.
Exterior-Resolving and Detoxifying Decoction
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Formulas Name : Exterior-Resolving and Detoxifying Decoction
Chinese Name : 实表解毒汤
Drug Formulation
Astragalus, Ginseng, Angelica sinensis tips, Raw Rehmannia, White Peony, Licorice, Bupleurum, Lycium bark, Scutellaria baicalensis (wine-processed), Scrophularia, Cimicifuga.
Source
From *Essentials of Smallpox Treatment*, Volume 23.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.
Benefits
For smallpox cases characterized by deficiency of exterior qi, excessive pathogenic toxins, heat in the Nutritive Qi and weakness of the Defensive Qi, loose pores, and flaccid muscles—resulting in an inability to contain the pathogen externally—leading to a sudden, simultaneous eruption of smallpox lesions within 1–2 days of onset.
Instructions for Use
Add a small amount of mint leaves and 10 pieces of bamboo leaves; decoct in water and take while warm, regardless of the time of day.
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Exterior-Resolving and Detoxifying Decoction,For smallpox cases characterized by deficiency of exterior qi, excessive pathogenic toxins, heat in the Nutritive Qi and weakness of the Defensive Qi, loose pores, and flaccid muscles—resulting in an inability to contain the pathogen externally—leading to a sudden, simultaneous eruption of smallpox lesions within 1–2 days of onset.