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Lingguang Powder,For external eye lesions, rashes, pterygium, and "clam meat" or "crab eye" conditions.

Formulas Name : Lingguang Powder

Chinese Name : 灵光散

Drug Formulation

Calcined zinc oxide 1 liang; Lingyao 1 qian (or 2–3 qian if of higher potency).

Source

From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 11.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into an extremely fine powder.

Benefits

For external eye lesions, rashes, pterygium, and "clam meat" or "crab eye" conditions.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount to the affected area. Keep the eye closed for a while; once the pain subsides and the medicinal properties have dissipated, remove the residue, wipe the area clean with silk, and wash it with hot water.

Lingguang Powder,From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 11.,For external eye lesions, rashes, pterygium, and “clam meat” or “crab eye” conditions.

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