Black Tiger Ointment

Black Tiger Ointment,For scrofula and various skin sores.

Formulas Name : Black Tiger Ointment

Chinese Name : 黑虎膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of rhubarb, 1 liang of Coptis, 1 liang of Scutellaria, 1 liang of Phellodendron, 1 liang of Angelica, 5 qian of Trichosanthes seed, 3 qian of Pangolin scales, 1 pill of tangled hair, 1 snake shed, 1 jin of sesame oil, 8 liang of orpiment (water-floated and stir-fried; if genuine orpiment is unavailable, substitute with high-quality white lead powder), 1 liang of frankincense, 5 qian of myrrh, 1.5 qian of asafoetida.

Source

*Zhunsheng: Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 3.

Processing

Coarsely chop the ingredients, soak them in oil for 5–7 days, then simmer until the mixture turns slightly black. Strain out the residue, add the orpiment, and simmer over low heat until it forms a paste. Allow to cool, then add the powdered frankincense, myrrh, and asafoetida, and stir until well blended.

Benefits

For scrofula and various skin sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply by spreading on oiled paper.

Black Tiger Ointment,*Zhunsheng: Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 3.,For scrofula and various skin sores.

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