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Gypsum and Cimicifuga Powder

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Gypsum and Cimicifuga Powder,Deficiency of the Foot-Yangming Meridian, invaded by wind-heat, which spreads to the teeth and attacks the gums, causing swelling, lumps, and a sense of fullness; in severe cases, it mixes with the fluids between the gums and teeth, transforming into pus.

Formulas Name : Gypsum and Cimicifuga Powder

Chinese Name : 石膏升麻散

Drug Formulation

Gypsum, Cimicifuga, Lycium bark, and sheep tibia ash, each in equal parts.

Source

*Yi Tong*, Volume 64.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Deficiency of the Foot-Yangming Meridian, invaded by wind-heat, which spreads to the teeth and attacks the gums, causing swelling, lumps, and a sense of fullness; in severe cases, it mixes with the fluids between the gums and teeth, transforming into pus.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount frequently to the base of the teeth.

Gypsum and Cimicifuga Powder,*Yi Tong*, Volume 64.,Deficiency of the Foot-Yangming Meridian, invaded by wind-heat, which spreads to the teeth and attacks the gums, causing swelling, lumps, and a sense of fullness; in severe cases, it mixes with the fluids between the gums and teeth, transforming into pus.

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