Eight Generals Pill

Eight Generals Pill,For all cases of abscesses that fail to erupt, carbuncles that do not break through, and necrotic tissue that does not slough off.

Formulas Name : Eight Generals Pill

Chinese Name : 八将丹

Drug Formulation

3 fen of Western Yellow, 3 fen of Borneol, 7 pieces of Cicada Shed Skin (roasted), 7 large Centipedes (roasted), 3 fen of Musk, 7 slices of Pangolin Scale (roasted), 7 whole Worms (roasted), 3 qian of Gallnut (baked).

Source

From *Collected Insights on Surgical Diseases: Formulas for Ointments, Pills, and Powders for Home Use*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For all cases of abscesses that fail to erupt, carbuncles that do not break through, and necrotic tissue that does not slough off.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount to the top of the sore and cover it with an ointment.

Eight Generals Pill,From *Collected Insights on Surgical Diseases: Formulas for Ointments, Pills, and Powders for Home Use*.,For all cases of abscesses that fail to erupt, carbuncles that do not break through, and necrotic tissue that does not slough off.

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