Throat-Clearing Coptis Detoxification Decoction,From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 4.,For early-stage redness, swelling, and pain in the throat, with a faint and rapid pulse.
Throat-Clearing Coptis Detoxification Decoction
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Formulas Name : Throat-Clearing Coptis Detoxification Decoction
Chinese Name : 清嗌黄连解毒汤
Drug Formulation
2 qian of Coptis, 4 qian of Gardenia, 3 pieces of Poria, 4 qian of Scutellaria, 3 qian of Sophora root, 3 qian of Akebia slices, 3 qian of Belamcanda, 3 qian of Phellodendron, 2 qian of Licorice.
Source
From *Medical Explorations* (Yixue Tanli Ji), Volume 4.
Benefits
For early-stage redness, swelling, and pain in the throat, with a faint and rapid pulse.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water and take while warm. First, select the Shao Shang acupoints; use a sharp needle to puncture to a depth of 2–3 fen to induce bleeding. Take this formula orally.
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Throat-Clearing Coptis Detoxification Decoction,For early-stage redness, swelling, and pain in the throat, with a faint and rapid pulse.