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Anti-Itch Powder,Eczema (damp sores), neurodermatitis (damp tinea), and pruritus (urticaria).

Formulas Name : Anti-Itch Powder

Chinese Name : 止痒药粉

Drug Formulation

1 liang of aged pine resin, 1 liang of official talc, 1 liang of calcined alum, 2 liang of frankincense, 5 qian of mercury oxide, 2 qian of borneol, 5 qian of micaceous white, and 1 liang of zinc oxide.

Source

From *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.

Processing

Place in a cloth bag.

Benefits

Eczema (damp sores), neurodermatitis (damp tinea), and pruritus (urticaria).

Instructions for Use

Apply directly to the affected skin, or mix with oil for topical application; it can also be formulated into a 5–20% ointment for external use.

Note

This medication is somewhat irritating; use with caution in cases of acute inflammatory skin diseases or mucosal lesions. Contraindicated for individuals allergic to mercury.

Anti-Itch Powder,From *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.,Eczema (damp sores), neurodermatitis (damp tinea), and pruritus (urticaria).

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