Pus-Discharging Decoction

金匱要略

Gancao 2 liang; Jiegeng 3 liang; Shengjiang 1 liang; Dazao 10 pieces. The above four ingredients, with 3 sheng of water, boil down to 1 sheng; take warm 5 ge, twice daily. (Shang Han Za Bing Lun)

In ancient times, one egg yolk was mixed with it and taken with rice broth. In modern times, it may also be taken mixed with rice porridge or yogurt. Or it may be steeped in boiling water and taken as a tea. 3-6 g each time, 3 times daily.

湯劑

Move qi and blood, harmonize Ying and Wei. Open and raise lung qi, harmonize the nutrient and defensive qi.

For deep-rooted sores, boils, and furuncles with swelling where pus is about to form.

Use with caution in patients with anemia or poor appetite.