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Xihuang Decoction

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Xihuang Decoction,Wooden tongue, swelling, and a sensation of fullness in the mouth.

Formulas Name : Xihuang Decoction

Chinese Name : 犀黄饮

Drug Formulation

2 qian of Scrophularia, 2 qian of Rhinoceros Horn, 2 qian of Cimicifuga, 2 qian of Licorice, and 5 qian of Rhubarb.

Source

From *Yu’an*, Volume 3.

Benefits

Wooden tongue, swelling, and a sensation of fullness in the mouth.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take as needed.

Xihuang Decoction,From *Yu’an*, Volume 3.,Wooden tongue, swelling, and a sensation of fullness in the mouth.

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