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Steamed Decoction of Eupatorium

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Steamed Decoction of Eupatorium,For skin deficiency, treating large intestine disorders, cold-induced obstruction; and all types of skin conditions caused by overwork and exposure to cold.

Formulas Name : Steamed Decoction of Eupatorium

Chinese Name : 蒴藋蒸汤

Drug Formulation

3 sheng of sliced Eupatorium root and leaves, 2 sheng of sliced Acorus leaves, 3 sheng of chopped peach leaves, bark, and twigs, 1 dou of fine rice bran, and 3 sheng of glutinous rice.

Source

*Thousand Gold Prescriptions*, Volume 18.

Benefits

For skin deficiency, treating large intestine disorders, cold-induced obstruction; and all types of skin conditions caused by overwork and exposure to cold.

Instructions for Use

Add 1 shi 5 dou of water and boil until the rice is cooked; store the mixture in a large basin. Construct a small bamboo platform over the basin and cover it with a canopy. The patient sits on the platform, with mats placed around all four sides to block the wind, and is covered with clothes and blankets.If shortness of breath occurs, open a vent in the center to release steam, allowing the entire body to sweat. This treatment can be sustained for about two meals’ duration. Repeat this for three days. After steaming, use the warm medicinal decoction with sufficient liquid. If the water in the basin is not hot enough, place charcoal embers beneath it.

Steamed Decoction of Eupatorium,*Thousand Gold Prescriptions*, Volume 18.,For skin deficiency, treating large intestine disorders, cold-induced obstruction; and all types of skin conditions caused by overwork and exposure to cold.

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