Green-Coated Powder

Green-Coated Powder,For a stiff tongue—where the tongue suddenly becomes hard and swollen, leading to immediate death.

Formulas Name : Green-Coated Powder

Chinese Name : 绿衣散

Drug Formulation

Green alum, in any amount.

Source

*Essentials of the Crimson Pouch*.

Processing

Calcine the above medicine on a new tile until red-hot, place it on the ground to cool completely, then grind it into a fine powder.

Benefits

For a stiff tongue—where the tongue suddenly becomes hard and swollen, leading to immediate death.

Instructions for Use

Use the base of a toothbrush to pry open the jaws and apply the mixture to the tongue.

Green-Coated Powder,*Essentials of the Crimson Pouch*.,For a stiff tongue—where the tongue suddenly becomes hard and swollen, leading to immediate death.

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