The Dog Days are the most scorching period of the year when the body’s skin temperature and environmental humidity are high, the Qi tends to the epidermis, and the skin pores are more open. At this time, it is advisable to use special acupoint therapy to apply the medicine, which can easily渗透 into the meridians of the acupoints, achieving the desired effect.

What kind of medicine is the Sanfu Plaster?

Nowadays, the Sanfu Plaster has been improved and processed, selecting natural Chinese herbs that are suitable for the condition, such as white mustard seed and asarum, which are warming herbs that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. After processing the traditional Chinese medicine, the decoction is mixed evenly, applied to the body’s acupuncture points, to promote the circulation of Qi and blood, and thus achieve the effects of invigorating Qi, promoting blood circulation, removing dampness, and enhancing the body’s immunity.

Is the Sanfu Plaster supposed to be applied every day?

The Sanfu Plaster does not need to be applied every day, on the contrary, it should be applied at intervals, which is more beneficial to health. Therefore, it is not recommended to apply the Sanfu Plaster every day, and in addition, it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor’s instructions when applying the Sanfu Plaster.

The Sanfu Plaster is a type of medicine patch, and it should not be applied every day. The best interval is every 10 days to achieve the best effect. Moreover, within the 10 days of each heat period, the medicine patch can be applied, but it is not necessary to concentrate it on the few days when the meridians are opened. It is best to follow the time pattern, with the first day of each heat period being the most effective. The Sanfu Plaster best embodies the core concept of ‘Treating Winter Diseases in Summer’ in traditional Chinese medicine, combining the characteristics of the season with the principle of ‘Treating Winter Diseases in Summer’, integrating moxibustion, meridians, and traditional Chinese medicine, using natural Chinese herbs, making them into ointment, applying them to the body’s corresponding acupuncture points to enhance the body’s Qi and immunity, and achieving the goal of treatment and health preservation.

The timing of the Sanfu Plaster’s periodic treatment method is governed by certain regulations. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, the first day of each heat period is the day to open the meridians, and this is when the application of the plaster has the best effect. It is best to start the Sanfu Plaster treatment on the first day of each heat period, although satisfactory results can still be achieved if the first day is missed. The target group for the Sanfu Plaster treatment is children and adults over the age of 6, and it is forbidden to eat cold, greasy, and spicy foods during the treatment period.

How often should the Sanfu Plaster be applied?

It is best to apply the plaster every ten days or so.

The Sanfu Plaster is generally administered over a period of three years, with the first day of each heat period being the start of treatment, and treatment is administered every 10 days. One to three applications are made during each heat period, totaling 3 to 9 applications. After application, some may experience mild itching or a burning sensation, which is usually a normal reaction to the medication. If there is no redness or swelling, it can be applied again. If there are blisters or sores, the plaster should be removed immediately, and the area should be disinfected with iodine tincture or other antiseptics, wrapped in sterile bandages, and changed 1 to 2 times a day until healed.

Patients who are about to apply the Sanfu Plaster for the first time should adjust their mindset in advance to a positive state. On the day of application, it is recommended to wear loose, dark-colored clothing that is easy to clean, and for those with oily skin, it is best to apply the plaster after a bath or after cleaning the back. In addition, after removing the medicinal cake, you can take a shower, but do not scrub your back, and you do not need to use shower gel. Cold water is fine, and after showering, use a pure cotton towel to gently absorb the water from the acupuncture points. If there is a blister on the skin, do not wash until the blister subsides.