Polygonum Powder

Polygonum Powder,For all types of tinea and skin sores.

Formulas Name : Polygonum Powder

Chinese Name : 藜芦粉

Drug Formulation

Half a qian of Lepidium powder (ground separately), half a qian of sulfur (ground separately), 10 Mylabris beetles (heads, legs, and wings removed), and 1 qian of talcum powder.

Source

From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 8.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder and mix with clear oil.

Benefits

For all types of tinea and skin sores.

Instructions for Use

When itching from tinea occurs, first rub the affected area with a cloth to stimulate it, then apply the medicine.

Polygonum Powder,From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 8.,For all types of tinea and skin sores.

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