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Three-Retreat Paper

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Three-Retreat Paper,Ant-nest sores. Caused by rheumatic conditions, these sores often appear on the hands and feet, resembling ant nests or pinpricks. They cause excruciating itching and may rupture, oozing a greasy fluid.

Formulas Name : Three-Retreat Paper

Chinese Name : 三退纸

Drug Formulation

3 qian of cicada exoskeletons, 3 qian of phoenix plumage, and 6 qian of mitasang.

Source

From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 19.

Processing

Boil 8 liang of tung oil into a paste; dip a brush in the paste and apply it to four sheets of Lian paper, then air-dry them in the shade.

Benefits

Ant-nest sores. Caused by rheumatic conditions, these sores often appear on the hands and feet, resembling ant nests or pinpricks. They cause excruciating itching and may rupture, oozing a greasy fluid.

Instructions for Use

When using, cut a piece to fit the size of the sore and apply it; change it once every 3 days. After 3 changes, the condition will be cured.

Three-Retreat Paper,From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 19.,Ant-nest sores. Caused by rheumatic conditions, these sores often appear on the hands and feet, resembling ant nests or pinpricks. They cause excruciating itching and may rupture, oozing a greasy fluid.

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