The efficacy and function of myrrh

Although Western medicine and Western drugs are more common nowadays, people still often believe that diseases can only be cured by taking Chinese medicine, because Chinese medicine can cure the root cause. Realgar is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine. Let’s take a look at some common knowledge about realgar.

【Other Names】Ludi, Tuoseng, Jin Tuoseng

[Source] The natural mineral Lithargite is very rare and appears as small orange-yellow flakes or earthy powder. Its component is PbO, which is formed by the oxidation of galena. Lead oxide is mostly made from lead as raw material.

【Properties】 Irregular lumps of varying sizes. Orange-red, inlaid with small pieces with metallic luster, sparkling in the light. The surface is rough, sometimes one side is orange-yellow and slightly smooth. It is hard and heavy and easy to break. The cross section is reddish brown, and is also inlaid with small pieces with metallic luster. No air.

[Preparation] Melt the lead and use an iron rod to rotate it in the molten lead for several times. Some of the molten lead will adhere to the iron rod. Then take it out and immerse it in cold water. After cooling, the molten lead will become solid lead oxide (i.e., realgar). Put it into the molten lead and rotate it for several times. Take it out and immerse it in cold water again. Repeat this process many times until the realgar accumulates to a weight of about ten pounds. Then knock it down.

【Nature and flavor】Salty, spicy, neutral. poisonous.

【Functions and indications】 Drying dampness, killing insects, and healing sores. Used for eczema, scabies, ringworm, armpit body odor, and ulcers that do not heal for a long time.

[Usage and Dosage] For external use, grind appropriate amount into powder and apply on the affected area or boil into a paste.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

【Source】 "Compendium of Materia Medica"

The above article analyzes some of the effects of realgar wine. In our daily life, we can consume realgar wine in moderation according to our own situation, which will greatly help improve our body functions.