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Soul-Soothing and Spirit-Dispelling Powder,For shock-induced epilepsy, epidemic febrile diseases, and mental agitation.

Formulas Name : Soul-Soothing and Spirit-Dispelling Powder

Chinese Name : 舒魂消魄散

Drug Formulation

2 liang of black lead, 1 liang of mercury, and 1 liang of sulfur (finely ground).

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 95.

Processing

First, melt the black lead into a liquid; then add the mercury and stir until uniform. After a considerable time, add the sulfur powder; the mixture should turn emerald green. Stir thoroughly, remove from heat, and allow to cool. Grind finely into a powder, mix with soft rice, and form into pills the size of mung beans.

Benefits

For shock-induced epilepsy, epidemic febrile diseases, and mental agitation.

Instructions for Use

Take 7 pills per dose, ground with freshly drawn well water.

Soul-Soothing and Spirit-Dispelling Powder,*Shenghui*, Volume 95.,For shock-induced epilepsy, epidemic febrile diseases, and mental agitation.

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