Translation

Coicis Decoction from the Enlightened Physicians

Formula Type

Dispel Wind-Dampness

Actions

Disperses Swelling in the Exterior and Treats Dry Blood in the Interior

Source

Displays of Enlightened Physicians (Ming Dynasty)

Ingredients

1. Ma Huang6g
2. Dang Gui 9g
3. Cang Zhu 9g
4. Yi Yi Ren24g
5. Gui Zhi6g
6. Bai Shao 9g
7. Zhi Gan Cao3g

Indication

For swelling and pain in the joints (usually hands and feet), and numbness and difficulty in moving the joints, usually with by fever. Commonly used for pain and swelling of the joints that has not responded to treatment (or was improperly treated) at the acute stage, and is beginning to show chronic signs.

Contraindication

Unknown