Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin (Five-Ingredient Decoction to Eliminate Toxin)

Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin (五味消毒飲) clears heat and resolves fire toxicity and reduces swelling; the principal formula for localised hot, toxic sores, boils and furuncles.

Wǔ Wèi Xiāo Dú Yǐn  ·  五味消毒飲  ·  Five-Ingredient Decoction to Eliminate Toxin

English Name

Five-Ingredient Decoction to Eliminate Toxin

Classical Source

Yi Zong Jin Jian, 1742

Ingredients

Actions & Functions

  • Clears heat and resolves fire toxicity
  • Reduces swelling and dissipates sores

Indications

Fire-toxin sores: red, hot, hard, painful boils, furuncles and carbuncles, possibly with fever and chills.

Tongue & Pulse

Tongue: red with a yellow coat. Pulse: rapid.

Modifications

Often combined with Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin for stubborn sores.

Cautions & Contraindications

For hot, toxic (yang) sores; not for yin-type cold sores.

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