Diaphragm-Draining Powder

Diaphragm-Draining Powder,Swollen and hardened eyelids, pain behind the eyes, and inability to see clearly.

Formulas Name : Diaphragm-Draining Powder

Chinese Name : 泻膈散

Drug Formulation

Ophiopogon tuber (with core removed) 1 liang, Sichuan rhubarb (coarsely chopped, lightly roasted) 1 liang, Sichuan magnesium sulfate 1 liang, Leonurus seed 1.5 liang, Plantain seed 1.5 liang, Scutellaria root 1.5 liang.

Source

From *Shenghui*, Volume 32.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Swollen and hardened eyelids, pain behind the eyes, and inability to see clearly.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; decoct in 1 medium bowl of water until reduced to 6 fen; strain; take warm after each meal.

Diaphragm-Draining Powder,From *Shenghui*, Volume 32.,Swollen and hardened eyelids, pain behind the eyes, and inability to see clearly.

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