Jinbo Powder,*Handbook for the Care of Infants and Children*, Volume 2.,For epidemic red eye characterized by swelling, pain, corneal opacities, fever, and excessive tearing.
Jinbo Powder
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Formulas Name : Jinbo Powder
Chinese Name : 金波散
Drug Formulation
1 liang of purified Coptis, 2 qian of borax, 2 qian of cold-water stone, 2 qian of rhubarb, 1 qian of sea cuttlefish, 1 qian of copper blue, 2.5 qian of barium sulfate, 1 zi of musk, and 7 whole scorpions (with venomous tips removed).
Source
*Handbook for the Care of Infants and Children*, Volume 2.
Processing
Except for Xuanming Powder and Musk, coarsely grind the remaining 7 ingredients and sun-dry them to form a powder. Then place the Xuanming Powder and Musk in a mortar, and mix them thoroughly with the powdered ingredients using a pestle.
Benefits
For epidemic red eye characterized by swelling, pain, corneal opacities, fever, and excessive tearing.
Instructions for Use
Use 1 character to half a qian each time, dissolve in warm, clean water or cool water, strain to remove sediment, and wash frequently, regardless of the time of day.
Note
Avoid alcohol and meat for 3–5 days.
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Jinbo Powder,For epidemic red eye characterized by swelling, pain, corneal opacities, fever, and excessive tearing.