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Smallpox Wash Decoction

Formulas Name : Smallpox Wash Decoction

Chinese Name : 洗痘汤

Drug Formulation

Qianghuo, Yinchen, Fangfeng, Bai Zhi, Jingjie, and Kushen—all in equal parts.

Source

From *The Authentic Transmission of Smallpox Medicine*, Volume 7.

Instructions for Use

Decoct into a decoction. After the ninth day, when the foul air of summer becomes unbearable, dip a light silk cloth in the decoction and wipe the affected areas; also use this decoction to clean the bedding frequently.

Smallpox Wash Decoction,From *The Authentic Transmission of Smallpox Medicine*, Volume 7.,

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