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Centipede Shell Powder,Bone-related ulcers. After various sores have discharged pus, the wounds fail to heal for a long time due to the presence of dead bone inside.

Formulas Name : Centipede Shell Powder

Chinese Name : 蜈甲散

Drug Formulation

7 qian of centipede (roasted), 2 qian of softshell turtle shell (roasted).

Source

From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 4.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Bone-related ulcers. After various sores have discharged pus, the wounds fail to heal for a long time due to the presence of dead bone inside.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 fen per dose, washed down with wine. After 4–5 doses, the bone will expel on its own; then use medication to promote tissue regeneration and close the wound.

Centipede Shell Powder，From *Xian Nian Ji*, Volume 4.，Bone-related ulcers. After various sores have discharged pus, the wounds fail to heal for a long time due to the presence of dead bone inside.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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