Formula for Clearing the Upper Burner, Relieving Pain, and Clearing Eye Opacity，From *Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.，Eye disorders caused by wind pathogens or blood stasis. Red threads in the white of the eye, blurred vision—especially severe in the left eye—and occasional swelling of the eyelids.
Formula for Clearing the Upper Burner, Relieving Pain, and Clearing Eye Opacity
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Formulas Name : Formula for Clearing the Upper Burner, Relieving Pain, and Clearing Eye Opacity
Chinese Name : 清上止痛熏目方
Drug Formulation
2 qian of Chrysanthemum flowers, 2 qian of Mulberry leaves, 1 qian of Peppermint, 3 qian of Red Peony root, 2 qian of Leonurus seeds, 2 qian of Dried silkworm (roasted).
Source
From *Selected and Commented Medical Formulas of Empress Dowager Cixi and Emperor Guangxu*.
Benefits
Eye disorders caused by wind pathogens or blood stasis. Red threads in the white of the eye, blurred vision—especially severe in the left eye—and occasional swelling of the eyelids.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water; use for fumigation and washing.
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Formula for Clearing the Upper Burner, Relieving Pain, and Clearing Eye Opacity,Eye disorders caused by wind pathogens or blood stasis. Red threads in the white of the eye, blurred vision—especially severe in the left eye—and occasional swelling of the eyelids.