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Wubo Powder,For scrofula and various forms of tuberculosis.

Formulas Name : Wubo Powder

Chinese Name : 五伯散

Drug Formulation

Several gallnuts.

Source

From *Compilation of Medical Manuscripts*, Volume 21.

Processing

Make one small hole in each gallnut; fill each with the powdered remains of approximately two centipedes. Seal the holes tightly with paper, then stir-fry with buckwheat husks until the smoke has completely dissipated. Allow to cool, remove the buckwheat husks, and grind the gallnuts into an extremely fine powder.

Benefits

For scrofula and various forms of tuberculosis.

Instructions for Use

Before use, apply genuine sesame oil to the scrofula nodule, then immediately apply the powdered medicine on top. If it dries, repeat the application. Continue until the nodule is cleared and resolved.

Wubo Powder,From *Compilation of Medical Manuscripts*, Volume 21.,For scrofula and various forms of tuberculosis.

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