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Rhubarb Decoction for Washing,For malignant sores in children.

Formulas Name : Rhubarb Decoction for Washing

Chinese Name : 淋洗大黄汤

Drug Formulation

1 liang Sichuan rhubarb, 1 liang Coptis (stems removed), 1 liang Scutellaria, 1 liang Eupatorium, 1 liang white alum (ground), 1 liang heather, 1 fen rock salt (ground), 3 fen Cnidium.

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 90.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients and mix thoroughly.

Benefits

For malignant sores in children.

Instructions for Use

Use 2 liang of the mixture each time; boil with 3 large bowls of water until reduced to 2 bowls; strain out the residue; rinse the affected area with the solution at a comfortable temperature, three times daily.

Rhubarb Decoction for Washing，*Shenghui*, Volume 90.，For malignant sores in children.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026

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