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Xiaoban Chengqi Decoction,Internal accumulation of toxic fire; smallpox lesions that should erupt but do not; severe fever with abdominal distension and heavy breathing; restlessness, agitation, and confusion; and severe constipation.

Formulas Name : Xiaoban Chengqi Decoction

Chinese Name : 消斑承气汤

Drug Formulation

Zhi Ke, Hou Po, Da Huang (wine-fried), Huang Bai, Huang Qin, Zhi Zi, Lian Qiao, Mu Tong, Gan Cao (one formula includes Zi Cao).

Source

From *Pian Yu Dou Zhen*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Internal accumulation of toxic fire; smallpox lesions that should erupt but do not; severe fever with abdominal distension and heavy breathing; restlessness, agitation, and confusion; and severe constipation.

Instructions for Use

Add fresh ginger as a guide; decoct in water and take orally.

Xiaoban Chengqi Decoction，From *Pian Yu Dou Zhen*, Volume 7.，Internal accumulation of toxic fire; smallpox lesions that should erupt but do not; severe fever with abdominal distension and heavy breathing; restlessness, agitation, and confusion; and severe constipation.

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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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