Angelica sinensis 6 gm, Atractylodes macrocephala, Astragalus membranaceus, Panax ginseng, each 4.5 gm, Paeonia lactiflora, Poria cocos, Citrus reticulata, Aconitum carmichaelii, each 3 gm, Aucklandia lappa, Glycyrrhiza uralensis (roasted), each 1.5 gm, Ligusticum chuanxiong 3 gm, Pangolin scales (stir-fried) 2.4 gm.

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Simmer 3 slices of ginger and 2 jujubes in 400 ml of water until reduced to 320 ml. Take before meals.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Warming and tonifying the interior.

bubble_chart Indications

Chronic sores and ulcers with prolonged duration, deficiency of both qi and blood, stagnation of cold pathogens, absence of swelling or pain, inability to suppurate, cool body, pale tongue, and fine pulse.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

In the formula, Astragalus Root, Ginseng, White Atractylodes Rhizome, Poria, and Liquorice Root tonify qi and expel toxins; Chinese Angelica, Sichuan Lovage Rhizome, and Peony Root tonify blood and harmonize the nutrient system. When qi is weak and blood is deficient, and cold pathogens congeal and stagnate, simply tonifying qi and blood may not yield quick results. Therefore, Aconite Lateral Root is added to warm the meridians and assist yang, resolving cold congelation. Additionally, Pangolin scales are used to promote suppuration and disperse nodules to expel pus. Aucklandia Root and Dried Tangerine Peel regulate qi and move stagnation, and when combined with tonifying herbs, they ensure that the tonification is not overly cloying.