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Acupuncture methods are beneficial for various acute conditions. Prick the blue veins on both sides of the root of the tongue, then apply needles to the Shaoshang acupoint (Shangyang, 商阳) to release evil blood; this method is truly miraculous and secret.

Xionghuang Jiedu Tang (Realgar Detoxification Decoction): Realgar (Xionghuang, 雄黄) should be purified by sublimation, Curcuma aromatica (Yujin, 郁金) dried and ground, combined with Croton seed (Badou, 巴豆), and decocted with rice vinegar until concentrated. Form into pills and administer with warm water to attack acute conditions.

Longhu Erxian Tang (Dragon and Tiger Two Immortals Decoction): Contains Gentiana scabra (Longdancao, 龙胆草), Rhinoceros horn (Xijiao, 犀角 - note: use substitutes in practice), Scutellaria baicalensis (Huangqin, 黄芩), Coptis chinensis (Huanglian, 黄连), processed Rehmannia (Dimu, 地母), silkworm (Can, 蚕), Gardenia jasminoides (Zhizi, 栀子), Akebia quinata (Mutong, 木通), Ophiopogon japonicus (Yuanshen, 元参), Isatis root (Banlangen, 勃蓝根), and Arctium lappa (Bangzi, 牛蒡子). Use Isatis leaf (Daqingye, 大青叶) and Oryza sativa (Jingmi, 粳米) as guides.

Chuwen Huadu Fang (Remove Plague and Transform Toxin Formula): Radix Puerariae (Gegen, 葛根) and Scutellaria baicalensis (Huangqin, 黄芩) are excellent. Add silkworm, Cortex Lycii (Dipi, 地皮), Cicada slough (Chanthui, 蝉蜕), Gardenia jasminoides (Zhizi, 栀子), Akebia quinata (Mutong, 木通), Fritillaria thunbergii (Beimu, 贝母), plus powder of Sophora flavescens (Shandoudoufen, 山豆根粉), Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Gancao, 甘草), and Morus alba leaves (Sangye, 桑叶). This is suitable for the initial stage of diphtheria (Baihou, 白喉) without error.

There is also Shengong Pixie San (Divine Merit Evil-Expelling Powder): Contains silkworm, Cicada slough, Radix Puerariae, Cortex Lycii, Fritillaria thunbergii, Kadsura longipedunculata (Dongqin, 冬芩 - likely a variant or specific local name, possibly referring to Scutellaria or similar), Scutellaria baicalensis, Forsythia suspensa (Lianqiao, 连翘), Akebia quinata, Ophiopogon japonicus, Honeysuckle (Yinhua, 银花), and Arctium lappa. It can lighten severe cases of diphtheria.

Shenxian Huoming Tang (Immortal Life-Saving Decoction): Contains Gentiana scabra, Scutellaria baicalensis, Cicada slough, Cortex Lycii, silkworm, processed Rehmannia, Polygonum multiflorum (Tufuling, 土茯苓), Akebia quinata, Fritillaria thunbergii, Plantago asiatica (Cheqian, 车前), Honeysuckle, and Pilobolus (Mabo, 马勃). Only a few doses are needed to achieve miraculous results.

Huisheng Wanying Dan (Life-Restoring Universal Pill): Contains Hematite (Xuejie, 血竭), Calculus Bovis (Niuhuang, 牛黄), Boswellia carterii (Ruxiang, 乳香), Concha Arcae (Shijueming, 石决明), Pearl (Zhenzhu, 珍珠), Coptis chinensis, Phellodendron amurense (Baipi, 柏皮), Myrobalan (Ercha, 儿茶), Bivalvia shell powder (Daigai, 黛蛤), Angelica dahurica (Baizhi, 白芷), Borax (Pengsha, 硼砂), Curcuma aromatica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, and Mentha haplocalyx powder. It has merit in opening orifices for acute conditions.

Vinegar-grinded Momordica cochinchinensis juice must be thick. Apply sequentially to the gums, under the tongue, and the hard palate (Tianhuaban, 天花板). Immediate patency will follow.

Xuejie Bingpeng San (Hematite and Ice-Pearl Powder) is most divine: Contains Myrobalan, Ophiopogon japonicus, Moschus (Shexiang, 麝香), Realgar essence (Xiongjing, 雄精), Bombyx mori larva (Jiangcan, 僵蚕), Glycyrrhiza uralensis, and Mirabilite (Yuanmingfen, 元明粉). Blow into the throat to ensure peace.

Jiuji Yigong San (Emergency Extraordinary Merit Powder) follows a spiritual method: Contains Mylabris (Banmao, 斑蝥), Hematite, Scorpio (Xiezhi, 蝎子), Moschus, Borneolum Syntheticum (Bingpian, 冰片), Boswellia carterii, and Commiphora myrrha (Myao, 没药), along with Ophiopogon japonicus. Paste together and apply to the neck. It is indicated if blisters form.

Guashuang San (Melon Frost Powder): Take Human excrement ash (Renzhongbai, 人中白), Cinnabar (Zhusha, 珠砂), refined Realgar (Mingxiong, 明雄), and Borneolum Syntheticum. Grind into fine powder and frequently blow for adjustment. Treating throat diseases with this is the true secret.

Shiqing Xiaodu Tang (Stone Green Detoxification Decoction): Add Alum (Danfan, 胆矾) to Sophora flavescens, Bingpeng San (Ice-Pearl Powder), Natrii Sulfas (Dapisha, 大劈砂 - likely Natrii Sulfas or similar mineral), Gypsum Fibrosum (Shigao, 石膏), Bivalvia shell powder, Mirabilite, and Renzhongbai. Frequently blow into the throat for natural benefit.

Tuifu Youyan Bidu San (Retreating Rot Earthworm Poison-Expelling Powder): Salt plum (Yanmei, 盐梅) and aged ones are suitable. Mash and melt, dip in water, and frequently apply to the affected area. It reduces swelling and removes white membrane.

Zhizhu Jiuku (Spider Relief from Distress) is most excellent: Stir-fried spider with Borneolum Syntheticum. For critical cases where breathing is blocked and medication is difficult to swallow, obtaining this ensures safety.

Ru'e Hongzhong Tang (Breast Swallow Redness and Swelling Decoction): In Danfan San (Alum Powder), add Renzhongbai and nail clippings. Grind finely and frequently blow onto the affected area. It can open blockages and show much efficacy.

Sand San Fa (Sand Powder Method) breaks down swallows: Measure Alum (Fan Shi, 矾石), Stone Green (Shiqing, 石青), and Salt (Yan, 盐) clearly. Applicable for single or double swallows and throat closure. The efficacy of this formula is immediate.

Suanni Badu San (Garlic Mud Toxin-Expelling Powder) is particularly good: Select the Jingqu acupoint (Jingqu, 经渠) carefully. If blisters rise, prick and break them with a needle to extract evil toxins, leading to health.

Qingxin Di Fei Tang (Clear Heart and Purify Lung Decoction): Contains silkworm, Scutellaria baicalensis, Asparagus cochinchinensis (Tian Dong, 天冬), Ophiopogon japonicus (Mai Dong, 麦冬), Er Dong (Tian Dong and Mai Dong), Fritillaria thunbergii, Paeonia lactiflora (Xuanhuafen, 寻花粉 - likely Poria or similar, context suggests Trichosanthes root Hua Fen), Platycodon grandiflorus (Baixin, 柏心 - likely Baixin or similar), Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Anemarrhena asphodeloides (Zhimu, 知母). Add Rehmaonnopsis glutinosa (Yuzhu, 玉竹) and Codonopsis pilosula (Tiaoshen, 条参) as appropriate.

Yangzheng Tang (Nourish Righteousness Decoction) recommends Rehmaonnopsis glutinosa first, followed by Paeonia lactiflora, Poria cocos, Rehmannia glutinosa (Di, 地), Polygonum multiflorum, Ligustrum lucidum, Dioscorea opposita, Trichosanthes kirilowii, and Ophiopogon japonicus. Use this decoction initially when the necrotic membrane recedes.

Yinhua Si Junzi Tang (Honeysuckle Four Gentlemen Decoction) harmonizes: Codonopsis pilosula, Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos, Ziziphus jujuba (Wumei, 乌梅 - note: typically not in Si Junzi, but listed here), Glycyrrhiza uralensis follow. Guide with Morus alba leaves (Dongsangye, 冬桑叶), which is best for those with inherent spleen and stomach deficiency to nourish Ying and Wei Qi.