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Dampness-Dispelling Decoction,Dry and damp tinea.

Formulas Name : Dampness-Dispelling Decoction

Chinese Name : 祛湿散

Drug Formulation

Silkworm sand 4 liang, peppermint half a liang.

Source

*The Treasure Mirror of Health*, Volume 13.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Dry and damp tinea.

Instructions for Use

Apply with raw oil for wet cases; for dry cases, apply as a dry powder.

Dampness-Dispelling Decoction,*The Treasure Mirror of Health*, Volume 13.,Dry and damp tinea.

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