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Turnip Seed Powder,For liver deficiency with wind-pathogen attacking the eyes, causing dizziness and blurred vision.

Formulas Name : Turnip Seed Powder

Chinese Name : 蔓菁散

Drug Formulation

4 liang of turnip seeds (washed), 2 liang of snake shed.

Source

*Compendium of Divine Remedies*, Volume 108.

Processing

First, place the turnip seeds in a porcelain jar and burn them over a fire until they are charred black and make no sound; then remove them with tongs. Place the snake molts inside, lightly roast them until they turn to ash, allow to cool, and grind into a fine powder.

Benefits

For liver deficiency with wind-pathogen attacking the eyes, causing dizziness and blurred vision.

Instructions for Use

Take half a qian bi per dose, mixed with warm wine after meals; take 3 doses daily.

Turnip Seed Powder,*Compendium of Divine Remedies*, Volume 108.,For liver deficiency with wind-pathogen attacking the eyes, causing dizziness and blurred vision.

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