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Skin-Cleansing and Toxin-Expelling Decoction,For smallpox lesions that have already erupted or are about to erupt, caused by wind-heat, resulting in blocked pores.

Formulas Name : Skin-Cleansing and Toxin-Expelling Decoction

Chinese Name : 清肌透毒汤

Drug Formulation

3 fen of Schizonepeta spikelets, 8 fen of dried chrysanthemum, 1 qian of Xianhu, 4 fen of Platycodon, 2 fen of licorice, 2 qian of Poria, and 3 fen of cicada slough.

Source

*The Golden Mirror of Smallpox and Rash*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For smallpox lesions that have already erupted or are about to erupt, caused by wind-heat, resulting in blocked pores.

Instructions for Use

Add 1 slice of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take orally.

Skin-Cleansing and Toxin-Expelling Decoction,*The Golden Mirror of Smallpox and Rash*, Volume 2.,For smallpox lesions that have already erupted or are about to erupt, caused by wind-heat, resulting in blocked pores.

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