Indigo Decoction

Indigo Decoction,For wandering fever, where residual pathogenic factors from an epidemic have not been fully eliminated, resulting in the appearance of lumps on the head, neck, and body, with swelling of both cheeks and a rash on the jawline.

Formulas Name : Indigo Decoction

Chinese Name : 青黛汤

Drug Formulation

5 fen of Indigo Powder, 2 qian of raw licorice, 5 fen of gold and silver (purified), half a Trichosanthes fruit.

Source

*Complete Book on the Treatment of Epidemics*, Volume 5.

Benefits

For wandering fever, where residual pathogenic factors from an epidemic have not been fully eliminated, resulting in the appearance of lumps on the head, neck, and body, with swelling of both cheeks and a rash on the jawline.

Instructions for Use

Decoct with 1 zhong of wine mixed with water, then take orally; the condition will resolve on its own.

Indigo Decoction,*Complete Book on the Treatment of Epidemics*, Volume 5.,For wandering fever, where residual pathogenic factors from an epidemic have not been fully eliminated, resulting in the appearance of lumps on the head, neck, and body, with swelling of both cheeks and a rash on the jawline.

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