Sinking-Water Ointment

Sinking-Water Ointment,For abscesses and boils characterized by swelling, heat, and persistent hardness and pain.

Formulas Name : Sinking-Water Ointment

Chinese Name : 沉水膏

Drug Formulation

Bai Ji, Bai Lian, Huang Bai, Huang Lian, and Huang Dan—each in equal parts.

Source

Formula cited from Le Dequan in *Shi Yuan Duan Xiao Fang* (see *Yi Fang Lei Ju*, Vol. 177).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

For abscesses and boils characterized by swelling, heat, and persistent hardness and pain.

Instructions for Use

Mix with fresh water and apply to the swollen and painful area.

Sinking-Water Ointment,Formula cited from Le Dequan in *Shi Yuan Duan Xiao Fang* (see *Yi Fang Lei Ju*, Vol. 177).,For abscesses and boils characterized by swelling, heat, and persistent hardness and pain.

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