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Ginseng, Astragalus, Indigo, Perilla, and Gypsum Decoction

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Ginseng, Astragalus, Indigo, Perilla, and Gypsum Decoction,For smallpox lesions that are purplish in color, accompanied by restlessness and thirst.

Formulas Name : Ginseng, Astragalus, Indigo, Perilla, and Gypsum Decoction

Chinese Name : 参耆蓝苏石膏汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Ginseng, 2 qian of Licorice, 3 qian of Astragalus, 2 qian of Gypsum, 2 qian of Perilla Leaves, 2 qian of Safflower, 1 qian of Moutan Bark.

Source

From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For smallpox lesions that are purplish in color, accompanied by restlessness and thirst.

Instructions for Use

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

Ginseng, Astragalus, Indigo, Perilla, and Gypsum Decoction,From *Si Sheng Xuan Shu*, Volume 3.,For smallpox lesions that are purplish in color, accompanied by restlessness and thirst.

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