Three-Yellow Decoction for Clearing Heat

Three-Yellow Decoction for Clearing Heat,On the fifth day of a cold-induced fever, with a burning sensation in the mouth, a dry tongue, headache, and aching in the shins.

Formulas Name : Three-Yellow Decoction for Clearing Heat

Chinese Name : 三黄承气汤

Drug Formulation

Gardenia seeds 1 liang, Scutellaria root 1 liang, Sichuan rhubarb 1 liang (coarsely chopped, lightly roasted), aged tangerine peel 1 liang (soaked in hot water, white pith removed, dried), Sichuan magnesium sulfate 1 liang.

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 9.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

On the fifth day of a cold-induced fever, with a burning sensation in the mouth, a dry tongue, headache, and aching in the shins.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; decoct in 1 medium bowl of water until reduced to 6 fen; strain and take while warm, regardless of the time of day.

Three-Yellow Decoction for Clearing Heat,*Shenghui*, Volume 9.,On the fifth day of a cold-induced fever, with a burning sensation in the mouth, a dry tongue, headache, and aching in the shins.

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