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Throat-Irrigating Decoction,Throat Eczema. It occurs between the pharynx and larynx, causing throat pain. The condition invariably begins with itching, accompanied by a flushed face and hot ears that are unbearable. Subsequently, when swallowing saliva, one frequently feels dryness and must swallow repeatedly to find relief. Over time, a lesion forms and causes pain, transforming into a red, gooseberry-like swelling—alternately painful or itchy—characteristic of eczema.

Formulas Name : Throat-Irrigating Decoction

Chinese Name : 溉喉汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Prepared Rehmannia, 1 liang of Ophiopogon, 1 qian of Licorice, and 0.5 fen of White薇.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Throat Eczema. It occurs between the pharynx and larynx, causing throat pain. The condition invariably begins with itching, accompanied by a flushed face and hot ears that are unbearable. Subsequently, when swallowing saliva, one frequently feels dryness and must swallow repeatedly to find relief. Over time, a lesion forms and causes pain, transforming into a red, gooseberry-like swelling—alternately painful or itchy—characteristic of eczema.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. First, use Baiwei Decoction for 10 doses to kill the parasites, followed by this decoction for 30 doses.

Throat-Irrigating Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 3.,Throat Eczema. It occurs between the pharynx and larynx, causing throat pain. The condition invariably begins with itching, accompanied by a flushed face and hot ears that are unbearable. Subsequently, when swallowing saliva, one frequently feels dryness and must swallow repeatedly to find relief. Over time, a lesion forms and causes pain, transforming into a red, gooseberry-like swelling—alternately painful or itchy—characteristic of eczema.

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