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Jiangxue,For tongue sores, mouth sores, and swelling and pain in the throat.

Formulas Name : Jiangxue

Chinese Name : 绛雪

Drug Formulation

Soft gypsum (calcined, finely ground) 2 qian, black alum 2 qian, cinnabar (finely ground) 1 qian, borax 1 qian, borneol 2 fen.

Source

*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 5.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine, uniform powder.

Benefits

For tongue sores, mouth sores, and swelling and pain in the throat.

Instructions for Use

Apply frequently to the affected area; it is safe to swallow. For sore throat, blow the mixture into the throat through a reed tube.

Jiangxue,*Concise Medical Compendium*, Volume 5.,For tongue sores, mouth sores, and swelling and pain in the throat.

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