Modified San Huang Er Xiang Powder，From *A Brief Treatise on Epidemic Throat Diseases*.，In the early stages of epidemic diphtheria, when there is diffuse swelling outside the neck,
Modified San Huang Er Xiang Powder
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Formulas Name : Modified San Huang Er Xiang Powder
Chinese Name : 加减三黄二香散
Drug Formulation
Jinwen Rhubarb 5 qian, Raw Puhuang 4 qian, Sichuan Phellodendron 3 qian (grind all three together into a fine powder), Natural Musk 3 fen, Shangmeipian 3 fen.
Source
From *A Brief Treatise on Epidemic Throat Diseases*.
Processing
Mix the ingredients thoroughly to form a powder.
Benefits
In the early stages of epidemic diphtheria, when there is diffuse swelling outside the neck,
Instructions for Use
Apply a paste mixed with clear tea; alternatively, apply a paste made by dissolving the powder in white honey. If redness, swelling, and heat are severe, apply a paste mixed with the juice of Isatis leaf or plantain root.
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Modified San Huang Er Xiang Powder,In the early stages of epidemic diphtheria, when there is diffuse swelling outside the neck,