Lithospermum and Magnolia Decoction

Lithospermum and Magnolia Decoction,For smallpox lesions accompanied by restlessness, fullness, and distension; or lesions that are hard and taut; or lesions that are clustered and refuse to disperse.

Formulas Name : Lithospermum and Magnolia Decoction

Chinese Name : 紫草厚朴汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian 2 fen of Lithospermum root, 1 qian 1 fen of Trifoliate orange fruit, 1 qian 1 fen of Scutellaria root, 1 qian 1 fen of Coptis root, 1 qian 1 fen of Magnolia bark, 2 qian of Dew-covered bee hive, 2 qian of Poria, 2 qian of Sophora root, 2 qian of Ophiopogon tuber,Peach Kernel 2 qian, Gypsum 2 qian, Tussilago Flower 2 qian, Cicada Shedding 8 fen, Cimicifuga 8 fen, Atractylodes 5 fen.

Source

*Zhun Sheng: Pediatrics*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For smallpox lesions accompanied by restlessness, fullness, and distension; or lesions that are hard and taut; or lesions that are clustered and refuse to disperse.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; decoct in water and take warm, well after a meal.

Lithospermum and Magnolia Decoction,*Zhun Sheng: Pediatrics*, Volume 6.,For smallpox lesions accompanied by restlessness, fullness, and distension; or lesions that are hard and taut; or lesions that are clustered and refuse to disperse.

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