Ma Xianhao Powder

Ma Xianhao Powder,For severe leprosy, gangrenous ulcers of the flesh and bones, aching and pain in all joints, loss of eyebrows and sideburns, and itchy, painful rashes on the body.

Formulas Name : Ma Xianhao Powder

Chinese Name : 马先蒿散

Drug Formulation

Ma Xianhao, any amount (also known as Ma Shihao or Lan Shicao).

Source

Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 24); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 111).

Processing

Finely chop the herb, stir-fry until dry, and grind into a fine powder.

Benefits

For severe leprosy, gangrenous ulcers of the flesh and bones, aching and pain in all joints, loss of eyebrows and sideburns, and itchy, painful rashes on the body.

Instructions for Use

Take 2 qian per dose, mixed with warm wine and taken on an empty stomach or before the evening meal.

Ma Xianhao Powder,Formula from *Shenghui* (Vol. 24); name cited in *Pujifang* (Vol. 111).,For severe leprosy, gangrenous ulcers of the flesh and bones, aching and pain in all joints, loss of eyebrows and sideburns, and itchy, painful rashes on the body.

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