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Xanthium Powder,Boils.

Formulas Name : Xanthium Powder

Chinese Name : 苍耳散

Drug Formulation

3 liang 5 qian of Xanthium root, 5 black plums, and 3 scallions with roots attached.

Source

*The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 29.

Benefits

Boils.

Instructions for Use

Use 2 zhong of wine; decoct until reduced to 1 zhong; take while hot. If the rash persists after sweating, then administer Shengjin Powder.

Xanthium Powder,*The Mystic Pearl of Chishui*, Volume 29.,Boils.

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