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Secret Formula: White Plum Powder

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Secret Formula: White Plum Powder,For all types of abscesses and boils—whether of unknown origin, fully formed or not yet formed, ulcerated or not yet ulcerated—as well as brain abscesses, breast abscesses, back abscesses, leg abscesses, and soft boils in children.

Formulas Name : Secret Formula: White Plum Powder

Chinese Name : 秘方白梅散

Drug Formulation

Salted white plum (charred to preserve its essence, ground into a fine powder), a small amount of mercury oxide (do not use too much; it may be omitted).

Source

From *Collected Medical Formulas* (Vol. 174), citing *Simple and Easy*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For all types of abscesses and boils—whether of unknown origin, fully formed or not yet formed, ulcerated or not yet ulcerated—as well as brain abscesses, breast abscesses, back abscesses, leg abscesses, and soft boils in children.

Instructions for Use

Mix with pure sesame oil to form a thick paste; dip a feather in it and apply to the affected area. If pus has formed but the abscess has not yet ruptured, leave a small opening in the center to allow drainage; continue applying until all pus is drained. Frequent application is most effective.

Secret Formula: White Plum Powder,From *Collected Medical Formulas* (Vol. 174), citing *Simple and Easy*.,For all types of abscesses and boils—whether of unknown origin, fully formed or not yet formed, ulcerated or not yet ulcerated—as well as brain abscesses, breast abscesses, back abscesses, leg abscesses, and soft boils in children.

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