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Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin (普濟消毒飲) clears heat and resolves wind-heat toxicity affecting the head and face; the principal formula for ‘big head’ epidemic toxin such as mumps and erysipelas of the head.
English Name
Universal Benefit Decoction to Eliminate Toxin
Classical Source
Dong Yuan Shi Xiao Fang, 13th c.
Ingredients
- Huang Qin & Huang Lian (drain fire) – chief
- Niu Bang Zi, Lian Qiao, Bo He, Ban Lan Gen, Ma Bo, Xuan Shen, Jie Geng, Gan Cao, Chen Pi, Sheng Ma, Chai Hu, Jiang Can
Actions & Functions
- Clears heat and resolves toxicity
- Disperses wind-heat from the head and face
Indications
Wind-heat toxin of the head and face: redness, heat and swelling of the head, face and throat, fever, and a sore throat (e.g. mumps, facial erysipelas).
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red with a yellow coat. Pulse: rapid and forceful.
Modifications
With severe constipation, add Da Huang.
Cautions & Contraindications
For wind-heat toxin; not for deficiency.
