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Spider Dan Powder,Painful rectal prolapse in children caused by severe diarrhea. Also effective for adults.

Formulas Name : Spider Dan Powder

Chinese Name : 蛛丹散

Drug Formulation

1 large spider (wrap tightly in gourd leaves, secure, place in a box, and burn until only the essence remains; alternatively, wrap in mulberry leaves, seal with salt mud, and burn), a small amount of orpiment.

Source

From *General Essentials of Health* (Vol. 11).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Painful rectal prolapse in children caused by severe diarrhea. Also effective for adults.

Instructions for Use

Before use, wash the affected area with a decoction of white alum, scallions, and Sichuan pepper; pat dry. Mix the powdered medicine with soft cotton and gently press it into the prolapsed area with the palm of your hand to retract it. This method is highly effective.

Spider Dan Powder,From *General Essentials of Health* (Vol. 11).,Painful rectal prolapse in children caused by severe diarrhea. Also effective for adults.

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