Zhao Houxu Powder,From *Wei Ji Bao Shu*, Volume 2.,For boils and abscesses.
Zhao Houxu Powder
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 : Zhao Houxu Powder
Chinese Name : 赵候须散
Drug Formulation
4 liang of Zhao Houxu (i.e., dried Baijiangcao), 7 cun of bitter-spicy huigen, 3 cun of licorice nodes, 1 qian of frankincense, and 7 cun of Chuan Shanhe root (i.e., the root of the Putao vine).
Source
From *Wei Ji Bao Shu*, Volume 2.
Processing
Grind the fresh herbs into a coarse powder and the dried herbs into a fine powder; combine to make one dose, divided into three servings.
Benefits
For boils and abscesses.
Instructions for Use
For each dose, use 3.5 sheng of good wine; simmer until reduced to 7 fen, strain, and drink. For topical application, mix with wine.
Copyright: Excerpt from From *Wei Ji Bao Shu*, Volume 2., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 31, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 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.
Zhao Houxu Powder,For boils and abscesses.