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Gaoban and Black Snake Decoction,Itching due to “wind” in the eyes.

Formulas Name : Gaoban and Black Snake Decoction

Chinese Name : 藁本乌蛇汤

Drug Formulation

Gaobin, Black Snake, Fangfeng, Qianghuo, White Peony Root, Chuanxiong, and Xixin.

Source

From *Essentials of the Silver Sea*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Itching due to “wind” in the eyes.

Instructions for Use

Soak the ingredients in wine; decoction is also acceptable.

Gaoban and Black Snake Decoction，From *Essentials of the Silver Sea*, Volume 1.，Itching due to “wind” in the eyes.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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