Eight-Treasure Throat-Clearing Powder，From *Essentials of Laryngology*, Volume 2.，For throat obstruction, a rasping sound like a saw, and all throat-related symptoms where the condition is life-threatening and urgent.
Eight-Treasure Throat-Clearing Powder
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Formulas Name : Eight-Treasure Throat-Clearing Powder
Chinese Name : 吹喉八宝通关散
Drug Formulation
1 liang 2 qian of melon-processed gun-xiao, 8 qian of refined real arsenic trioxide, 2 qian of white pyrophosphate, 3 qian of refined borax, 3 qian of straight-body silkworm pupae, 3 qian of genuine pearl, 3 qian of genuine bear bile, and 1 qian 5 fen of large camphor.
Source
From *Essentials of Laryngology*, Volume 2.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder until no sound is heard when rubbed; store in a porcelain jar, ensuring it remains airtight and dry. If exposed to moisture, the powder will dissolve into water and become ineffective.
Benefits
For throat obstruction, a rasping sound like a saw, and all throat-related symptoms where the condition is life-threatening and urgent.
Instructions for Use
When needed, blow the powder into the throat.
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Eight-Treasure Throat-Clearing Powder,For throat obstruction, a rasping sound like a saw, and all throat-related symptoms where the condition is life-threatening and urgent.