Prescriptions for Treating Carbuncles and Abscess
Zao Shi Dan (燥湿丹)
Zaoshi Dan
燥濕丹
Name
The Prescription of 燥湿丹
Source
The book Qing Nang Mi Chuan
Ingredients
She Chuang Zi
Explanation
She Chuang Zi: Drying dampness, killing parasites and relieving itching for external application.
The Effect of 燥湿丹
Effect
Dry dampness and relieve itching.
Indications
Acute eczema.
Administrations
The drug is pounded into fine powder. Apply the powder on the affected area.
Sources and further reading
We cite classical materia medica and modern reference works. This article is health education, not medical advice.
- Shennong Bencao Jing (The Divine Farmer's Materia Medica), Han dynasty.
- Bencao Gangmu (Compendium of Materia Medica), Li Shizhen, 1578.
- Chinese Pharmacopoeia, current edition — identity, quality and safety monographs.
- NCCIH and WHO reference material on traditional medicine safety.
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