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Tribulus Powder,Swelling and pain.

Formulas Name : Tribulus Powder

Chinese Name : 蒺藜散

Drug Formulation

1 sheng Tribulus terrestris seeds (roasted until golden yellow).

Source

From *Qianjin*, Volume 22.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Swelling and pain.

Instructions for Use

Mix with sesame oil to form a paste, stir-fry until charred black, and apply to a piece of well-worn cloth. Cut the cloth to fit the size of the swelling without cutting a hole, then apply it to the affected area.

Tribulus Powder,From *Qianjin*, Volume 22.,Swelling and pain.

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