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Great Detoxifying Decoction

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Great Detoxifying Decoction,For syphilitic sores, joint pain, or festering genital ulcers—regardless of whether the condition is recent or chronic and difficult to cure.

Formulas Name : Great Detoxifying Decoction

Chinese Name : 大解毒汤

Drug Formulation

9 qian of Smilax glabra, 9 qian of Chuanxiong, 9 qian of Akebia, 9 qian of Honeysuckle, 9 qian of Poria, 1 qian 2 fen of Rhubarb.

Source

From *Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.

Benefits

For syphilitic sores, joint pain, or festering genital ulcers—regardless of whether the condition is recent or chronic and difficult to cure.

Instructions for Use

Boil with 3 he of water until reduced to 2 he, then take the decoction.

Great Detoxifying Decoction,From *Selected Formulas of Renowned Physicians*.,For syphilitic sores, joint pain, or festering genital ulcers—regardless of whether the condition is recent or chronic and difficult to cure.

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