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Cicada Shell Decoction,For children with skin rashes that have spread to the eyes, forming a corneal opacity.

Formulas Name : Cicada Shell Decoction

Chinese Name : 蝉壳汤

Drug Formulation

Cicada Shells, Lamb’s Liver.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 181.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For children with skin rashes that have spread to the eyes, forming a corneal opacity.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, mixed with a decoction of lamb liver in water, 3 times daily.

Cicada Shell Decoction,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 181.,For children with skin rashes that have spread to the eyes, forming a corneal opacity.

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