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Xiexin Decoction

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Xiexin Decoction,Accumulated heat causing throat constriction, swollen tongue, and mouth sores.

Formulas Name : Xiexin Decoction

Chinese Name : 泻心汤

Drug Formulation

Ginseng (stem removed), Coptis, Dried Ginger (roasted and washed), Scutellaria, and Licorice (roasted)—each in equal parts.

Source

From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 9.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Accumulated heat causing throat constriction, swollen tongue, and mouth sores.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water and 10 slices of fresh ginger; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain and take while warm.

Xiexin Decoction,From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 9.,Accumulated heat causing throat constriction, swollen tongue, and mouth sores.

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