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Universal Remedy for Burns and Cuts! From a kind-hearted netizen (My Lotus Blooms for You, QQ317213917): Teacher Hu, I’ve been browsing through many folk remedies in your space these past few days, and I sincerely want to say thank you! I’d also like to share with you a recipe for a wound medicine that works even better than Yunnan Baiyao, and it’s also effective for burns and scalds. This is a secret recipe from my best friend’s family, and I’m sharing it with you without his permission! I’ve kept this formula hidden for over twenty years, but now I’m revealing it to benefit everyone. My friend runs a pharmacy in Northeast China, and their wound medicine and stomach medicine are their specialties. He didn’t share the stomach medicine recipe with me, but I kept asking him for this wound medicine. Since I’m in Weihai and he found it inconvenient to mail it to me, he gave me the recipe to prepare it myself. This formula has been personally tested by me and many others. **Recipe:** – 1 liang (about 37.5 grams) of borneol (Bingpian) – Half a liang (about 18.75 grams) of processed Pinellia (Fa Banxia) – Half a liang (about 18.75 grams) of cinnabar (Yinzhu) Grind these ingredients into a fine powder (the finer, the better), seal it in a glass bottle, and it will remain effective for many years. For bleeding wounds, sprinkle the powder directly onto the wound. It stops pain within two minutes, prevents pus formation, and promotes rapid scabbing. For burns or scalds, mix the powder with sesame oil and apply it to the affected area. You’ll see the results once you try it. However, this medicine should not be used to seal wounds caused by boils, abscesses, or toxic sores, as it may trap the toxins inside. One advantage of this wound medicine is that it’s made entirely of traditional Chinese herbs and remains effective for many years. The batch I’m using at home was prepared over a decade ago. **Important Note:** Please pay close attention: the Fa Banxia (processed Pinellia) in the recipe refers to *cooked* Pinellia, which is available in pharmacies. When purchasing, make sure to specify that you need *cooked* Pinellia, not raw Pinellia. Raw Pinellia can make the medicine toxic, so this is crucial to remember! For burns or scalds that cause blisters, puncture the blister, remove the dead skin, and apply the medicine directly. For minor injuries, simply sprinkle the powder and seal the wound. For larger injuries, mix the powder with pure sesame oil before application. Dilute it before applying, otherwise the scab will become too hard and pull the skin too tightly, causing discomfort. These three medicinal ingredients must be ground as fine as flour, thoroughly mixed, and stored in a sealed container to prevent moisture. Borneol is prone to evaporation. Your compassionate act of benefiting all beings is truly moving. Amitabha Buddha! Contributor: Teacher Yan Jingyong. Postscript: Since I shared my folk remedy yesterday, friend requests have been pouring in like snowflakes. Many are unsure what “silver beads” are. Silver beads are a type of red powder available at traditional Chinese medicine stores or hospitals. You can consult local practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine for more information. I am very busy and cannot explain this to everyone individually. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
