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Pungent-Cool Decoction for Activating Stagnant Blood,Urticaria caused by wind-heat constricting the exterior and stagnating in the skin and muscles.

Formulas Name : Pungent-Cool Decoction for Activating Stagnant Blood

Chinese Name : 辛凉活瘀汤

Drug Formulation

Arctium seeds, mint, red peony root, mugwort leaves, hedgehog bark, peach kernels, and fishy grass.

Source

*Science of Traumatology in Traditional Chinese Medicine*.

Benefits

Urticaria caused by wind-heat constricting the exterior and stagnating in the skin and muscles.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Pungent-Cool Decoction for Activating Stagnant Blood，*Science of Traumatology in Traditional Chinese Medicine*.，Urticaria caused by wind-heat constricting the exterior and stagnating in the skin and muscles.

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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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