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Modified Xiaobaihu Decoction,For swollen and cracked lips, severe internal heat, and a洪盛 pulse.

Formulas Name : Modified Xiaobaihu Decoction

Chinese Name : 加减小白虎汤

Drug Formulation

Calcined Gypsum 4 qian, Anemarrhena Rhizome 3 qian, Ophiopogon Tuber 3 qian, Talc 3 qian, Indigo Powder 2 qian, Licorice Root 3 qian.

Source

From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 4.

Benefits

For swollen and cracked lips, severe internal heat, and a洪盛 pulse.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take while warm. Apply Lengxiang Powder externally.

Note

Contraindicated for those with a constitutional susceptibility to cold.

Modified Xiaobaihu Decoction，From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 4.，For swollen and cracked lips, severe internal heat, and a洪盛 pulse.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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