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Dispels Wind and stops spasms

Skin lesions from Wind, including itchy rashes attributed to Wind-Heat Internal Wind patterns such as convulsions in children, epilepsy and seizures

Removes superficial visual obstruction and benefits the eyes

Pterygium, or corneal disorders such as nebulae; often paired with Chan Tui

Resolves toxicity

Toxic conditions: sore throat, ulcers of the mouth, carbuncles, hemorrhoids and scabies