Decoction of Figwort

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Herb Name Figwort root Agrimony China root

Latin Scrophularia nodosa Agrimonia eupatoria Smilax glabra Amount equal parts

Preparation:

Infuse in water overnight, enough to cover by 4 finger-breadths, then boil briefly, leave sit for 10 minutes, and strain.

Function:

Clears Heat and Toxin, resolves Swellings

Use:

1. Scrofula
2. Lymphadenitis
3. chronic Skin Diseases (Eczema and Psoriasis)

Dose:

a cupful 2 or 3 times daily

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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