formula | Gu Bu Decoction Gu Bu Tang |
source | Bianzheng Lu Volume 13 |
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bubble_chart Composition Achyranthes root 30 gm, Dendrobium 30 gm, Ginseng 9 gm, Astragalus 30 gm, Angelica 30 gm, Honeysuckle 30 gm
bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage
Decocted in water for administration. One dose alleviates the dark color, two doses stop the pain, and three doses lead to recovery. If ulceration has already occurred, it is advisable to take several more doses.
bubble_chart Efficacy
Greatly tonifies qi and blood, clears heat, and removes toxins.
bubble_chart Indications
Severe deficiency of qi and blood, with the downward infusion of fiery toxins, leads to the formation of foot gangrene. Initially, the toes suddenly begin to itch, followed by pain, and the toenails turn black. Subsequently, the entire toe becomes black, and in severe cases, the blackness may extend to the entire foot.