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Secretly Transmitted Life-Saving Pill

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Secretly Transmitted Life-Saving Pill,For acute laryngitis with phlegm and saliva obstruction.

Formulas Name : Secretly Transmitted Life-Saving Pill

Chinese Name : 秘传夺命丹

Drug Formulation

Dried alum, straight silkworm pupae (roasted, with silk removed), borax, and soapberry powder—each in equal parts.

Source

*The Purple Treasure Collection of Laryngology*, Volume 1.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For acute laryngitis with phlegm and saliva obstruction.

Instructions for Use

Take a small amount each time and blow it into the throat; phlegm will be expelled.

Secretly Transmitted Life-Saving Pill,*The Purple Treasure Collection of Laryngology*, Volume 1.,For acute laryngitis with phlegm and saliva obstruction.

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