Musk and Cotton Ash Powder

Musk and Cotton Ash Powder,For abdominal distension and fullness, with loose stools in the morning and constipation in the evening; conditions that do not respond to other medications; aversion to wind; inability to pass stool; and a throbbing, distended sensation.

Formulas Name : Musk and Cotton Ash Powder

Chinese Name : 麝香绵灰散

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of cold silkworm cocoon (burned to ash), half a qian of musk (ground separately).

Source

From *San Yin*, Volume 11.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine, uniform powder.

Benefits

For abdominal distension and fullness, with loose stools in the morning and constipation in the evening; conditions that do not respond to other medications; aversion to wind; inability to pass stool; and a throbbing, distended sensation.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 large qian-bi per dose, mixed with a strong decoction of peppermint tea; taking it with wine is especially effective. Take at any time.

Musk and Cotton Ash Powder,From *San Yin*, Volume 11.,For abdominal distension and fullness, with loose stools in the morning and constipation in the evening; conditions that do not respond to other medications; aversion to wind; inability to pass stool; and a throbbing, distended sensation.

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