Ku Shen Tang (Gao) 苦參湯 - Sophora Root Wash [TOPICAL]
Sophora Flavescentis Decoction 苦參湯(膏 / Ointment)
Topical Application
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KU SHEN TANG (GAO) Ingredients
| Rx. Sophorae Flavescentis | Ku Shen | 29 |
| Flos Chrysanthemi | Ju Hua | 14 |
| Fr. Cnidii | She Chuang Zi | 15 |
| Flos Lonicerae | Jin Yin Hua | 14 |
| Rx. Angelicae Dahuricae | Bai Zhi | 8 |
| Cx. Phellodendri | Huang Bai | 7 |
| Fr. Kochiae | Di Fu Zi | 8 |
| Rz. Acori Tatarinowii | Shi Chang Pu | 5 |
| Sesame oil or petroleum jelly | <NOT INCLUDED> | -- |
Safety and Side Effects of KU SHEN TANG (GAO)
Self-diagnosis and self-treatment aren't recommended for chronic, recurring, long term, or serious conditions. To ensure the best outcome for yourself and minimize the cost and chance of side effects, you are urged to find a local TCM practitioner or Start an E-mail Consultation .
How to Dose and Administer KU SHEN TANG (GAO)
How to Prepare:
Whole Herbs: Decoct the ingredients with about 3 cups (per 100g of herbs) strain off the liquid.
Granules: Dissolve the powder in warm water.
Applications:
[Wash] Wash the affected area with the liquid and allow it to dry.
[Compress] Soak a washcloth in the liquid and apply the moist cloth to the affected area for 10-20 minutes, keeping the compress warm by re-dipping it in the heated liquid. Allow skin to dry between applications.
[Ointment] Mix either granules or ground whole herbs together with sesame oil or petroleum jelly to make ointment. Apply topically as needed.
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