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External Application of Puxiao Powder

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External Application of Puxiao Powder,For boils and sores.

Formulas Name : External Application of Puxiao Powder

Chinese Name : 外敷朴消散

Drug Formulation

Tiannanxing, Puxiao, Frankincense, autumn hibiscus leaves, Mubiezi, Danggui, Wumingyi, and yellow hollyhock flowers—all in equal parts.

Source

*Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 405.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For boils and sores.

Instructions for Use

Each time, mix with cloudy wine and apply to the affected area. If the abscess has ripened, grind a small amount of white cloves and mix with saliva to form a paste the size of a mung bean. If the abscess has burst on its own, it is appropriate to take a formula that expels pus and promotes healing.

External Application of Puxiao Powder,*Pu Ji Fang*, Volume 405.,For boils and sores.

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