Ginseng and Earthworm Decoction

Ginseng and Earthworm Decoction,For smallpox lesions characterized by profound deficiency and severe toxicity, with black, sunken lesions and no pus.

Formulas Name : Ginseng and Earthworm Decoction

Chinese Name : 参蚓汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang of ginseng, 20 earthworms.

Source

*Records of Compassionate Insights on Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 14.

Benefits

For smallpox lesions characterized by profound deficiency and severe toxicity, with black, sunken lesions and no pus.

Instructions for Use

First decoct the ginseng; then add the earthworms; decoct again and take the decoction.

Ginseng and Earthworm Decoction,*Records of Compassionate Insights on Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 14.,For smallpox lesions characterized by profound deficiency and severe toxicity, with black, sunken lesions and no pus.

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