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Ning Shi San,For injuries caused by scalding or burns, where the skin and flesh have ulcerated, presenting with redness, swelling, and pain; where pus and exudate persist; or where scabs have not yet fallen off and the skin feels tight and painful—this formula is effective for all types of malignant sores, promoting astringency and healing.

Formulas Name : Ning Shi San

Chinese Name : 凝石散

Drug Formulation

3 liang of cold water stone (calcined into powder), 1 liang of clam shell powder.

Source

*Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 14.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For injuries caused by scalding or burns, where the skin and flesh have ulcerated, presenting with redness, swelling, and pain; where pus and exudate persist; or where scabs have not yet fallen off and the skin feels tight and painful—this formula is effective for all types of malignant sores, promoting astringency and healing.

Instructions for Use

Each time, mix egg white with raw vegetable oil to form a thin paste, then use a feather dipped in the warm mixture to apply to the affected area.

Ning Shi San，*Yang’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 14.，For injuries caused by scalding or burns, where the skin and flesh have ulcerated, presenting with redness, swelling, and pain; where pus and exudate persist; or where scabs have not yet fallen off and the skin feels tight and painful—this formula is effective for all types of malignant sores, promoting astringency and healing.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 30, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 30, 2026

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