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Powder for Athlete’s Foot

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Powder for Athlete’s Foot,Athlete’s foot, jock itch.

Formulas Name : Powder for Athlete’s Foot

Chinese Name : 脚癣粉

Drug Formulation

4 liang of mercury oxide, 4 liang of sublimed sulfur, 3 liang of talc, 3 liang of calcined borax, 8 qian of calcined alum, 8 qian of camphor, and 2 qian of borneol.

Source

*Science of External Injuries*.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Athlete’s foot, jock itch.

Instructions for Use

Sprinkle directly onto the affected area several times a day.

Powder for Athlete’s Foot,*Science of External Injuries*.,Athlete’s foot, jock itch.

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