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Indigo Powder,Swollen-Head Plague. Swelling of the neck and enlarged cheeks, resembling a toad.

Formulas Name : Indigo Powder

Chinese Name : 福靛散

Drug Formulation

Indigo flower 3 qian, egg white from 1 egg.

Source

From *Formulas of the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 1.

Benefits

Swollen-Head Plague. Swelling of the neck and enlarged cheeks, resembling a toad.

Instructions for Use

Mix with 1 bowl of rice wine until well blended, then drink. The condition will be cured immediately.

Indigo Powder，From *Formulas of the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 1.，Swollen-Head Plague. Swelling of the neck and enlarged cheeks, resembling a toad.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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