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Heat-Clearing and Vision-Brightening Decoction

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Heat-Clearing and Vision-Brightening Decoction,For excessive phlegm causing swollen and ulcerated eyes.

Formulas Name : Heat-Clearing and Vision-Brightening Decoction

Chinese Name : 清热光明液

Drug Formulation

1 large autumn white pear, 3 qian of Coptis powder, 3 fen of Borneol, 6 fen of calcined Borax.

Source

From *Explanations of Ophthalmology*, Volume 2.

Processing

Peel the pear, cut off a small portion of the top to serve as a lid, and remove the core completely. Fill the cavity with Coptis powder, then replace the pear lid. Secure the edges with bamboo skewers. Place the pear in a bowl and steam until soft. Strain the liquid and simmer it in a copper ladle—do not overcook. Once cooled and set, add Borneol and calcined Borax, then stir until well blended.

Benefits

For excessive phlegm causing swollen and ulcerated eyes.

Instructions for Use

Apply with a bone hairpin. For severe eye swelling and ulceration accompanied by intense heat radiating to the skin, where washing or application is too painful to attempt, this remedy provides immediate relief.

Heat-Clearing and Vision-Brightening Decoction,From *Explanations of Ophthalmology*, Volume 2.,For excessive phlegm causing swollen and ulcerated eyes.

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