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Toxin-Eliminating Powder,Boils and swellings.

Formulas Name : Toxin-Eliminating Powder

Chinese Name : 退毒散

Drug Formulation

Mu Bie Zi (oil removed), Da Nan Xing, Ban Xia (raw), Red Adzuki Beans, Bai Zhi, Cao Wu (with skin and tip)—each in equal parts.

Source

*The Direct Pointers*, Volume 22.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Boils and swellings.

Instructions for Use

If the swelling is hard, mix with vinegar and apply as a poultice; if it is hot and inflamed, mix with honey water and apply as a poultice.

Toxin-Eliminating Powder，*The Direct Pointers*, Volume 22.，Boils and swellings.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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