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Zhongtai Powder,For abscesses and swellings; all types of wind-toxin-induced heat swellings; and back boils and breast abscesses.

Formulas Name : Zhongtai Powder

Chinese Name : 重台散

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Chongtai, 1 liang of Astragalus (chopped), 1 liang of Sichuan Rhubarb (raw), 3 fen of Goat-peach Root (chopped), 3 fen of Potassium Carbonate, 3 fen of Pinellia, 1 fen of White Lonicera, 3 fen of Mangcao, half a liang of Cloves, half a liang of Wood Fragrance, half a liang of Myrrh, half a liang of White Angelica, and half a liang of Red Peony.

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 61.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For abscesses and swellings; all types of wind-toxin-induced heat swellings; and back boils and breast abscesses.

Instructions for Use

Apply the mixture to the affected area by mixing it with vinegar until the consistency is just right, then spread it on a piece of cloth or loose silk. Apply three applications daily until the swelling subsides.

Zhongtai Powder,*Shenghui*, Volume 61.,For abscesses and swellings; all types of wind-toxin-induced heat swellings; and back boils and breast abscesses.

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