Scorpion and Pinellia Pills,*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 406.,For mumps and wind-phlegm in children.
Scorpion and Pinellia Pills
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Formulas Name : Scorpion and Pinellia Pills
Chinese Name : 蝎星丸
Drug Formulation
15 whole scorpions, 2 qian of Southern Pinellia, 2 qian of White Aconite, 2 qian of Stiff Silkworm, 2 qian of White Alum.
Source
*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 406.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, shape into pills the size of a millet seed using steamed buns, and coat with cinnabar.
Benefits
For mumps and wind-phlegm in children.
Instructions for Use
Administer with a decoction of scallion whites and mint. Follow with Qingjin Dan. If no rapid effect is observed, add 2–3 grains of croton seed; remove the oil, grind into a fine powder, and mix into the pills to disperse stagnant accumulations and expel stubborn phlegm.
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Scorpion and Pinellia Pills,For mumps and wind-phlegm in children.