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Pot Ash Powder,For scrofula sores with unceasing discharge of pus and fluid.

Formulas Name : Pot Ash Powder

Chinese Name : 罐灰散

Drug Formulation

A broken earthenware jar lid found in a manure heap.

Source

*Comprehensive Record of Divine Relief*, Volume 126.

Processing

Wash the above thoroughly; dig a pit in the center of the hearth, place it in the pit, and burn it for three days until it crumbles; then grind it into a fine powder.

Benefits

For scrofula sores with unceasing discharge of pus and fluid.

Instructions for Use

Apply the powder dry to the affected area.

Pot Ash Powder,*Comprehensive Record of Divine Relief*, Volume 126.,For scrofula sores with unceasing discharge of pus and fluid.

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