Three Stars Decoction

Three Stars Decoction,For oral abscesses: after the affected area has been treated, a small sore suddenly appears, first itchy then painful, eventually leading to ulceration; for women with nipple sores, where the nipple becomes gangrenous and the condition spreads to the surrounding area.

Formulas Name : Three Stars Decoction

Chinese Name : 三星汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of honeysuckle, 1 liang of dandelion, and 3 qian of raw licorice.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 13.

Benefits

For oral abscesses: after the affected area has been treated, a small sore suddenly appears, first itchy then painful, eventually leading to ulceration; for women with nipple sores, where the nipple becomes gangrenous and the condition spreads to the surrounding area.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally.

Three Stars Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 13.,For oral abscesses: after the affected area has been treated, a small sore suddenly appears, first itchy then painful, eventually leading to ulceration; for women with nipple sores, where the nipple becomes gangrenous and the condition spreads to the surrounding area.

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