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Kudzu Root and Cowhage Decoction

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Kudzu Root and Cowhage Decoction,At the onset of a rash.

Formulas Name : Kudzu Root and Cowhage Decoction

Chinese Name : 葛根加牛子汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Cimicifuga, 2 qian of Pueraria root, 1 qian of Gentiana, 1 qian of Schizonepeta, 1 qian of Perilla leaf, 1 qian of Angelica dahurica, 1 qian of Red Peony root, 1 qian and 5 fen of Cowhage, 1 qian of Licorice.

Source

From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 4.

Benefits

At the onset of a rash.

Instructions for Use

After taking this formula, follow with Rhino Horn and Rehmannia Decoction, or take Daqing Decoction or Three Yellow Detoxifying Decoction; in severe cases, take White Tiger Decoction.

Kudzu Root and Cowhage Decoction,From *Essentials for Those Unfamiliar with Medicine*, Volume 4.,At the onset of a rash.

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