Toxicity-Clearing and Eye-Protecting Decoction,From *Records on the Transmission of Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 19.,For cases where, after the smallpox scabs have fallen off, there is a sudden pain at the crown of the head and residual toxins attack the eyes.
Toxicity-Clearing and Eye-Protecting Decoction
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All references in this article to TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicines, teas, and decoctions are intended to promote TCM culture and are provided solely for educational and reference purposes.
Formulas Name : Toxicity-Clearing and Eye-Protecting Decoction
Chinese Name : 清毒保目汤
Drug Formulation
1 qian of Bupleurum, 7 fen of Forsythia (seeds removed), 3 fen of Gardenia seeds (roasted), 5 fen of Scutellaria (roasted), 7 fen of Schizonepeta, 7 fen of Saposhnikovia, 7 fen of Red Peony root, 7 fen of Arctium seeds (roasted and ground), 12 cicada molts (heads and legs removed; 13 if there is a leap year), 8 fen of Angelica,Licorice 3 fen (raw), Chuanxiong 7 fen, Shengma 5 fen, Peppermint 5 fen, Platycodon 8 fen.
Source
From *Records on the Transmission of Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 19.
Benefits
For cases where, after the smallpox scabs have fallen off, there is a sudden pain at the crown of the head and residual toxins attack the eyes.
Instructions for Use
Add 5 cun of lampwick, decoct in water, and take orally.
Copyright: Excerpt from From *Records on the Transmission of Smallpox and Measles*, Volume 19., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 30, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 30, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 30, 2026
Correct Content Errors: Errors may occur during the writing, editing, translation, and publication of website content. If you find any errors or inaccurate information in this article, please feel free to Contact Us to report them, and we will correct them promptly.
FDA Disclaimer: The descriptions of the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicines, herbal teas, decoctions, and formulas, as well as the content on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic theory and traditional TCM therapies contained on this site, are intended solely for the purpose of popularizing TCM culture and serving as an educational reference; they do not constitute medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Please do not attempt to use these products on your own without proper guidance. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing any physical discomfort, please consult a licensed healthcare professional and seek treatment at a reputable medical institution. This platform assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of herbs or formulas by any individual based on the information provided on this site. Please read Medical Disclaimer.
Toxicity-Clearing and Eye-Protecting Decoction,For cases where, after the smallpox scabs have fallen off, there is a sudden pain at the crown of the head and residual toxins attack the eyes.