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Indigo Powder and Clam Shell Powder Pills,For coughing with phlegm and redness of the face and nose.

Formulas Name : Indigo Powder and Clam Shell Powder Pills

Chinese Name : 青黛蛤粉丸

Drug Formulation

Indigo Blue (ground extremely fine after being washed with water, sun-dried, and ground again) 3–4 qian; Clam Shell Powder 3 qian.

Source

From *Medical Records for the Masses*, Volume 2.

Processing

Form into pills the size of a fingertip using refined honey.

Benefits

For coughing with phlegm and redness of the face and nose.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 pills and let them dissolve in the mouth before bedtime.

Indigo Powder and Clam Shell Powder Pills,From *Medical Records for the Masses*, Volume 2.,For coughing with phlegm and redness of the face and nose.

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