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Diao Ling Powder,For malignant sores that have not healed despite prolonged treatment.

Formulas Name : Diao Ling Powder

Chinese Name : 钓苓散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of rock salt, 2 liang of heartless grass, 2 liang of dried ginger, and 3 liang of Poria cocos root.

Source

Quoted from Chen Gong’s Treasure Formula in *Essentials of Surgical Medicine*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For malignant sores that have not healed despite prolonged treatment.

Instructions for Use

Sprinkle the powder directly onto the ulcer; or mix a small amount with saliva, apply it to a medicated plaster, and apply the plaster to the affected area.

Diao Ling Powder，Quoted from Chen Gong’s Treasure Formula in *Essentials of Surgical Medicine*, Volume 2.，For malignant sores that have not healed despite prolonged treatment.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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