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Turtle and Snake Powder

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Turtle and Snake Powder,For severe pain from burns, accompanied by blistering and tissue necrosis.

Formulas Name : Turtle and Snake Powder

Chinese Name : 龟蛇散

Drug Formulation

5 qian of decayed turtle shell (preferably one where the head and limbs are still inside the shell, indicating natural decay), 1 qian of male snake shell (those found on walls, roofs, or trees are male), 5 qian of barley ash, and 5 qian of old elm bark.

Source

From *Golden Needles of Pediatrics*, Volume 2.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For severe pain from burns, accompanied by blistering and tissue necrosis.

Instructions for Use

First apply Purple Grass Moisturizing Ointment to the affected area, then dust the area with this formula; if the ointment is unavailable, simply mix the powder with sesame oil and apply as a poultice.

Turtle and Snake Powder,From *Golden Needles of Pediatrics*, Volume 2.,For severe pain from burns, accompanied by blistering and tissue necrosis.

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