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Yiqi Dan,For all types of abscesses and carbuncles, including those on the face and back, and unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

Formulas Name : Yiqi Dan

Chinese Name : 一气丹

Drug Formulation

Mylabris (head, legs, and wings removed; stir-fried with glutinous rice) 5 qian, Frankincense (oil removed) 3 qian, Myrrh (oil removed) 3 qian, Realgar 2 qian, Dragon’s Blood 1 qian, Musk 1 qian 5 fen, Borneol 7 fen 5 li, Corydalis 5 fen, Scrophularia 5 fen.

Source

From Hu Xuehai’s formula, cited in *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 22.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into an extremely fine powder.

Benefits

For all types of abscesses and carbuncles, including those on the face and back, and unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

Instructions for Use

Adjust the dosage according to the size of the sore and apply the ointment topically.

Yiqi Dan,From Hu Xuehai’s formula, cited in *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 22.,For all types of abscesses and carbuncles, including those on the face and back, and unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

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