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Taiyi Baohe Decoction

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Taiyi Baohe Decoction,For smallpox caused by blood heat. Although the heat symptoms have subsided, the spots do not enlarge easily three days after their appearance, particularly in patients with coarse complexions.

Formulas Name : Taiyi Baohe Decoction

Chinese Name : 太乙保和汤

Drug Formulation

Platycodon root, Lithospermum root, Ligusticum root, Hawthorn fruit, Akebia stem, Ginseng, Safflower, Raw Rehmannia root, Licorice root, Glutinous rice.

Source

From *The Golden Mirror of Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 2.

Benefits

For smallpox caused by blood heat. Although the heat symptoms have subsided, the spots do not enlarge easily three days after their appearance, particularly in patients with coarse complexions.

Instructions for Use

Take 7 strands of lampwick, 1 slice of fresh ginger, and 1 zhong of water; decoct until reduced to 6 fen, then take while warm.

Taiyi Baohe Decoction,From *The Golden Mirror of Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 2.,For smallpox caused by blood heat. Although the heat symptoms have subsided, the spots do not enlarge easily three days after their appearance, particularly in patients with coarse complexions.

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