Phellodendron Decoction for Eye Washing,From *Shenghui*, Volume 18.,Hot pathogenic factors attack both eyes, causing redness, swelling, and pain.
Phellodendron Decoction for Eye Washing
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Formulas Name : Phellodendron Decoction for Eye Washing
Chinese Name : 洗眼黄柏汤
Drug Formulation
Half a liang of Phellodendron bark, half a liang of Coptis, half a liang of Angelica root, half a liang of licorice (raw), 3 bundles of lampwick, half a liang of Scutellaria root, 1 fen of apricot kernels (soaked in hot water, with skin, tip, and double kernels removed; used raw), 1 fen of Euphorbia seeds, and 5 jujubes.
Source
From *Shenghui*, Volume 18.
Processing
Finely chop the ingredients.
Benefits
Hot pathogenic factors attack both eyes, causing redness, swelling, and pain.
Instructions for Use
Boil all ingredients in 3 large bowls of water until reduced to 1.5 large bowls. Strain through cotton to remove residue. Check the temperature, then wash the eyes in a draft-free area 3–5 times daily.
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Phellodendron Decoction for Eye Washing,Hot pathogenic factors attack both eyes, causing redness, swelling, and pain.