Xuanwu Pill

Xuanwu Pill,For epidemic measles.

Formulas Name : Xuanwu Pill

Chinese Name : 玄武丹

Drug Formulation

2 turtle shells, 1 qian of white zhan.

Source

From *Secret Transmission of the Blue Sack*.

Processing

Just before calcining the turtle shells, sprinkle the powdered white zhan over them; grind into a fine powder while retaining their natural properties.

Benefits

For epidemic measles.

Instructions for Use

Take with white sugar.

Xuanwu Pill,From *Secret Transmission of the Blue Sack*.,For epidemic measles.

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