Scrophularia and Cold Water Stone Decoction

Scrophularia and Cold Water Stone Decoction,Persistent “big-head” plague.

Formulas Name : Scrophularia and Cold Water Stone Decoction

Chinese Name : 玄参寒水石汤

Drug Formulation

5 qian of antelope horn, 5 qian of Isatis indigotica, 2 liang of Scrophularia, 7 fen and a half of Cimicifuga, 1 liang and 2 qian and a half of cold water stone, 7 fen and a half of Belamcanda, 7 fen and a half of sodium silicate.

Source

From *The Song of Preserving Life: Annotations*, Volume 6.

Benefits

Persistent “big-head” plague.

Instructions for Use

Decoct 4 sheng of water until reduced to 1.5 sheng; add digestive agents; divide into 3–4 doses; sip frequently.

Scrophularia and Cold Water Stone Decoction,From *The Song of Preserving Life: Annotations*, Volume 6.,Persistent “big-head” plague.

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