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Yi Sao Formula,For all types of scabies, whether dry or moist.

Formulas Name : Yi Sao Formula

Chinese Name : 一扫方

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Da Feng Zi seeds, 3 qian of mercury oxide, 3 qian of mercury, 3 liang of lard.

Source

From *Supplementary Treatise on Surgical Diseases*, Volume 2.

Processing

First, roast the Da Feng Zi seeds until dry; grind them with the mercury oxide into a very fine powder; then mix with the mercury; beat the lard until smooth; add a ball of cotton; and pound all ingredients together until thoroughly blended.

Benefits

For all types of scabies, whether dry or moist.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the affected area.

Yi Sao Formula，From *Supplementary Treatise on Surgical Diseases*, Volume 2.，For all types of scabies, whether dry or moist.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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