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Xuanming Powder,For corneal opacities.

Formulas Name : Xuanming Powder

Chinese Name : 玄明散

Drug Formulation

Rui seeds (oil removed) 3 qian, borax (pure) 5 qian, cuttlefish bone (boned) 5 qian, Xuanming powder 5 qian, cinnabar (impurities removed) 2 qian.

Source

From *Wang’s Collection of Proven Formulas*, cited in *Classified Collection of Medical Formulas*, Volume 69.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into an extremely fine powder; add a small amount each of brain and musk, grind again, and store in a porcelain container.

Benefits

For corneal opacities.

Instructions for Use

Apply with a silver chopstick as needed.

Xuanming Powder,From *Wang’s Collection of Proven Formulas*, cited in *Classified Collection of Medical Formulas*, Volume 69.,For corneal opacities.

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