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Forsythia and Angelica Root Decoction

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Forsythia and Angelica Root Decoction,For all cases of unexplained abscesses, erysipelas, and wandering abscesses accompanied by heat symptoms.

Formulas Name : Forsythia and Angelica Root Decoction

Chinese Name : 连翘归尾煎

Drug Formulation

7–8 qian of Forsythia, 3 qian of Angelica sinensis root, 1 qian of Licorice, 4–5 qian of Honeysuckle, and 4–5 qian of Red Vine.

Source

From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.

Benefits

For all cases of unexplained abscesses, erysipelas, and wandering abscesses accompanied by heat symptoms.

Instructions for Use

Use 2 bowls of good wine; decoct until reduced to 1 bowl and take it. After taking it, rest in a warm bed for a while.

Forsythia and Angelica Root Decoction,From *The Complete Works of Jingyue*, Volume 51.,For all cases of unexplained abscesses, erysipelas, and wandering abscesses accompanied by heat symptoms.

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