Taiping Powder

Taiping Powder,For abscesses and swellings—whether already ulcerated or not—accompanied by unrelenting pain, or for extremely painful sores and ulcers.

Formulas Name : Taiping Powder

Chinese Name : 太平散

Drug Formulation

2.5 qian of Sichuan Aconite, 2.5 qian of raw Aconite, 1.5 qian of raw Pinellia, 1.5 qian of Piper longum, 2.5 qian of raw Pinellia tuber, 5 qian of Asarum, 5 qian of black pepper, and 2 qian of toad venom.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shenyang Formula).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into an extremely fine powder.

Benefits

For abscesses and swellings—whether already ulcerated or not—accompanied by unrelenting pain, or for extremely painful sores and ulcers.

Instructions for Use

To use, mix with alcohol and apply around the affected area; use 1 to 2 qian per application. Takes effect within 10–20 minutes.

Note

Do not take internally.

Taiping Powder,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shenyang Formula).,For abscesses and swellings—whether already ulcerated or not—accompanied by unrelenting pain, or for extremely painful sores and ulcers.

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