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Pain-Relieving and Swelling-Reducing Decoction,For sudden redness and swelling of the eyes lasting two or three days, or five to seven days.

Formulas Name : Pain-Relieving and Swelling-Reducing Decoction

Chinese Name : 止疼消肿汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of Coptis, 1 qian of Raw Rehmannia, 1 qian of Red Peony Root, 1 qian of Angelica sinensis root (tail), 1 qian of Red Poria, 1 qian of Fangfeng, 1 qian of Asarum, 2 qian of Rhubarb, 2 qian of Mulberry Bark, 3 qian of Chrysanthemum, 3 qian of Eupatorium, 3 qian of Raw Licorice.

Source

*Elucidation of Ophthalmology*, Volume 3.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For sudden redness and swelling of the eyes lasting two or three days, or five to seven days.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in water and drink.

Pain-Relieving and Swelling-Reducing Decoction，*Elucidation of Ophthalmology*, Volume 3.，For sudden redness and swelling of the eyes lasting two or three days, or five to seven days.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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