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Dangfeng San,For eye conditions caused by wind-induced tearing.

Formulas Name : Dangfeng San

Chinese Name : 当风散

Drug Formulation

A small amount of borneol, a small amount of realgar, dried ginger (washed in warm water and pounded), asarum, borax, and calcined horse-tooth stone—all in equal parts.

Source

From *The Compendium of Medical Formulas*, Volume 65, citing *The Treatise on the Eye by Bodhisattva Nagarjuna*.

Processing

Grind each of the above ingredients separately, sift through fine silk, then place in a mortar and grind to a very fine powder.

Benefits

For eye conditions caused by wind-induced tearing.

Instructions for Use

Each time, use your fingers to pull the eyelids apart and apply the powder, then fan the area with a fan; use frequently.

Dangfeng San,From *The Compendium of Medical Formulas*, Volume 65, citing *The Treatise on the Eye by Bodhisattva Nagarjuna*.,For eye conditions caused by wind-induced tearing.

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