Silkworm Shedding Powder，The formula is from *Lingnan Health Prescriptions*, Middle Volume; the name is cited in *Prescriptions for Universal Relief*, Volume 251, which references *Effective Prescriptions Based on Experience*.，Indications: Pale complexion, absent pulse, abdominal distension, vomiting blood, locked jaw, and drowsiness resembling intoxication. For cattle or horses that have accidentally ingested flower spiders and are suffering from abdominal distension and near death.
Silkworm Shedding Powder
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Formulas Name : Silkworm Shedding Powder
Chinese Name : 蚕蜕散
Drug Formulation
Silkworm-shedding paper (the paper from which the silkworm has emerged)—use as much as needed.
Source
The formula is from *Lingnan Health Prescriptions*, Middle Volume; the name is cited in *Prescriptions for Universal Relief*, Volume 251, which references *Effective Prescriptions Based on Experience*.
Processing
Burn it with a candle on clear oil-coated paper until reduced to ash, then grind it into a very fine powder.
Benefits
Indications: Pale complexion, absent pulse, abdominal distension, vomiting blood, locked jaw, and drowsiness resembling intoxication. For cattle or horses that have accidentally ingested flower spiders and are suffering from abdominal distension and near death.
Instructions for Use
At the first sign of poisoning, quickly mix 1 qian with freshly drawn water and administer frequently; the animal will survive. If the animal is dazed as if drunk due to being drugged, it will regain consciousness immediately upon swallowing this medicine.
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Silkworm Shedding Powder,Indications: Pale complexion, absent pulse, abdominal distension, vomiting blood, locked jaw, and drowsiness resembling intoxication. For cattle or horses that have accidentally ingested flower spiders and are suffering from abdominal distension and near death.