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Ginseng, Astragalus, Ephedra, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction,For smallpox with swelling and closed eyes.

Formulas Name : Ginseng, Astragalus, Ephedra, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction

Chinese Name : 参耆麻桂红蓝汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of ginseng, 1 qian of licorice, 3 qian of astragalus, 1 qian of cinnamon bark, 1 qian of moutan bark, 1 qian of safflower, and 1 qian of cimicifuga.

Source

From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For smallpox with swelling and closed eyes.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water until reduced to half a cup; take while warm.

Ginseng, Astragalus, Ephedra, Cinnamon, Safflower, and Indigo Decoction,From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.,For smallpox with swelling and closed eyes.

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