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Sandalwood Powder,Wind-induced disorders of the head and face. Dizziness and blurred vision; pain in the shoulders and back; swelling and itching of the scalp; stiffness in the head and neck.

Formulas Name : Sandalwood Powder

Chinese Name : 檀香散

Drug Formulation

White Sandalwood (chopped) half liang, Chrysanthemum flowers (selected) 3 liang, Ligusticum root 2 liang, Licorice root (raw) 1 liang.

Source

*Compendium of Sacred Remedies*, Volume 17.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

Wind-induced disorders of the head and face. Dizziness and blurred vision; pain in the shoulders and back; swelling and itching of the scalp; stiffness in the head and neck.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 qian bi per dose, mixed with warm peppermint decoction; it may also be mixed with cooled tea or boiling water.

Sandalwood Powder，*Compendium of Sacred Remedies*, Volume 17.，Wind-induced disorders of the head and face. Dizziness and blurred vision; pain in the shoulders and back; swelling and itching of the scalp; stiffness in the head and neck.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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