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Toxicity-Dispelling Decoction,For abscesses and boils in their early stages, before swelling and hardening have fully developed. Also for injuries caused by a horse falling.

Formulas Name : Toxicity-Dispelling Decoction

Chinese Name : 散毒饮子

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Astragalus, 1 liang of licorice (roasted), 1 liang of Tianluo (raw), 1 liang of Chinese yam (roasted), and half a liang of Ghost Belt vine leaves (those growing on damp, rocky banks shaded by bamboo fences—where the vine winds around rocks—are best; those growing on trees are useless. The vine is slender and supple, with two leaves opposite each other, forming a triangular shape).

Source

*Zhun Sheng: Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 1.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

For abscesses and boils in their early stages, before swelling and hardening have fully developed. Also for injuries caused by a horse falling.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; boil with 1 zhan of water until reduced to 7 fen; add 3 zhan of wine; boil together for 1–2 boils; strain and drink while warm.

Toxicity-Dispelling Decoction，*Zhun Sheng: Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 1.，For abscesses and boils in their early stages, before swelling and hardening have fully developed. Also for injuries caused by a horse falling.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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