River pufferfish eggs are the eggs of the pufferfish species Takifugu fasciatus, Takifugu rubripes, and Takifugu obscurus. They are used to treat scabies, ringworm, and ulcers caused by parasites.
[Source] River pufferfish eggs are the eggs of the pufferfish species Takifugu fasciatus, Takifugu rubripes, and Takifugu obscurus. For more details on the morphology of these animals, refer to the "Pufferfish" entry.
[Chemical Composition and Pharmacological Effects] See the "Pufferfish" entry.
[Properties and Taste] The Compendium of Materia Medica states: "Highly poisonous."
[Functions and Indications] The Classified Outline states: "Used to treat scabies, ringworm, and ulcers caused by parasites. Mix the pufferfish eggs with centipede, grind them, and apply the mixture with sesame oil."
[Dosage and Administration]
For external use: Apply an appropriate amount, crushed and applied topically.
[Contraindications]
Not for internal use.
[Opinions of Famous Doctors] The Classic of Herbal Medicine by Hong Yuan states: "River pufferfish eggs must be soaked in lime water for a long time before cooking... If the poison enters the body, it causes numbness in the lips and tongue, dizziness, inability to walk properly, and a tendency to lean to one side. It is recommended to induce vomiting immediately and give the patient juice of reed shoots or calamus root. Olive juice and licorice juice are also effective in resolving the symptoms. If there are severe abdominal cramps, unconsciousness, or falling down, urgently administer enema with fecal matter. Delayed treatment will be ineffective."
