Guanyin Relief Powder，From *Songfeng on Epidemics*, Volume 5.，For common colds, typhoid fever, or epidemic diseases, when one feels slightly dizzy, mentally foggy, and experiences stiffness in the neck and back.
Guanyin Relief Powder
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Formulas Name : Guanyin Relief Powder
Chinese Name : 观音救苦散
Drug Formulation
3 qian of Chuanxiong, 3 qian of Huoxiang, 3 qian of Scallion Bulb, 2 qian of Danpi (core removed), 2 qian of Yuanhusuo, 2 qian of Cinnabar, 4 qian of Realgar, 4 qian of Bai Zhi, and 4 qian of Soapwort.
Source
From *Songfeng on Epidemics*, Volume 5.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder; grind the cinnabar and realgar separately, mix them in, and store.
Benefits
For common colds, typhoid fever, or epidemic diseases, when one feels slightly dizzy, mentally foggy, and experiences stiffness in the neck and back.
Instructions for Use
At the time of use, hold water in the mouth; then inhale the powder through both nostrils, spit out the water, and induce a sneeze.
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Guanyin Relief Powder,For common colds, typhoid fever, or epidemic diseases, when one feels slightly dizzy, mentally foggy, and experiences stiffness in the neck and back.