Kanli Sand，*Manual of Chinese Herbal Formulations*.，For numbness in the limbs, pain in the lower back and legs, pain in the tendons and bones, small intestine hernia, and cold-induced abdominal pain caused by exposure to wind and cold.
Kanli Sand
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Formulas Name : Kanli Sand
Chinese Name : 坎粒砂
Drug Formulation
8 liang of Fangfeng, 8 liang of Tougucao, 8 liang of Chuanxiong, 6 liang of Danggui, 1,600 liang of raw iron filings, and 96 liang of rice vinegar.
Source
*Manual of Chinese Herbal Formulations*.
Processing
Store the raw iron filings and rice vinegar separately. Coarsely chop the four herbs (including Fangfeng) and place them in a pot. Add the rice vinegar specified in the formula along with an appropriate amount of water, and decoct twice, each time for about two hours. Strain the decoction to remove the residue. Combine the decoctions from both decoctions, filter them, concentrate the mixture, and set aside for later use.Sift the raw iron filings evenly, place them in a pot, and calcine over high heat until they turn uniformly red. While still hot, pour in the decoction and stir continuously with an iron spatula until the liquid is completely absorbed. Allow to cool naturally, then pack into bags.
Benefits
For numbness in the limbs, pain in the lower back and legs, pain in the tendons and bones, small intestine hernia, and cold-induced abdominal pain caused by exposure to wind and cold.
Instructions for Use
For each use, place 1 bag in a large bowl, quickly mix thoroughly with 2 spoonfuls of rice vinegar (approximately 5 qian in weight), and transfer the mixture into a cloth bag. Once the mixture becomes warm, apply it as a compress to the affected area, keeping it away from drafts.
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Kanli Sand,For numbness in the limbs, pain in the lower back and legs, pain in the tendons and bones, small intestine hernia, and cold-induced abdominal pain caused by exposure to wind and cold.