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Platycodon and Disinfecting Decoction

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Platycodon and Disinfecting Decoction,For cases following the formation of scabs on smallpox lesions, where internal toxins are extremely severe, their force attacks inward and ascends to scorch the lungs, causing swelling and pain in the throat and hoarseness.

Formulas Name : Platycodon and Disinfecting Decoction

Chinese Name : 桔梗消毒汤

Drug Formulation

Licorice (raw) 3 qian, Platycodon 1 qian 5 fen, Arctium seeds 1 qian, Schizonepeta spikes 8 fen, Scrophularia 1 qian.

Source

*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 9.

Benefits

For cases following the formation of scabs on smallpox lesions, where internal toxins are extremely severe, their force attacks inward and ascends to scorch the lungs, causing swelling and pain in the throat and hoarseness.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Platycodon and Disinfecting Decoction,*Compendium of Medical Essentials*, Volume 9.,For cases following the formation of scabs on smallpox lesions, where internal toxins are extremely severe, their force attacks inward and ascends to scorch the lungs, causing swelling and pain in the throat and hoarseness.

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