Gypsum and Notopterygium Powder

Gypsum and Notopterygium Powder,For chronic loss of vision in both eyes; for recent or long-standing internal and external obstructions of the qi; for wind-induced dimness; for curled eyelashes; and for all eye diseases.

Formulas Name : Gypsum and Notopterygium Powder

Chinese Name : 石膏羌活散

Drug Formulation

Qianghuo, Mimenghua, Muzhai, Xiangbai Zhi, Xixin, Dried Radish, Rapeseed, Hemp Seed, Chuanxiong, Cangzhu, Gan Ju Hua, Jingjie Sui, Huangqin, Gypsum, Gaoben, and Licorice—each in equal parts.

Source

*Xuanming Lun*, Volume 14.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For chronic loss of vision in both eyes; for recent or long-standing internal and external obstructions of the qi; for wind-induced dimness; for curled eyelashes; and for all eye diseases.

Instructions for Use

Take 1–2 qian per dose after meals and before bedtime, mixed with 1 zhan of honey water; clear tea or the second rinse water from washing rice may also be used. Take three times daily. Vision will gradually improve after 10 days of treatment, and significant results will be evident after 20 days.

Gypsum and Notopterygium Powder,*Xuanming Lun*, Volume 14.,For chronic loss of vision in both eyes; for recent or long-standing internal and external obstructions of the qi; for wind-induced dimness; for curled eyelashes; and for all eye diseases.

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