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Aconite Ointment

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Aconite Ointment,For injuries with stagnant blood that fails to dissipate, causing swelling and pain; and for various bone injuries from falls or dislocations accompanied by pain.

Formulas Name : Aconite Ointment

Chinese Name : 草乌头膏

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of Aconite, half a liang of Asarum (stems and leaves removed), half a liang of Cnidium, half a liang of Angelica (root base removed), half a liang of Evodia, 20 stalks of scallion (chopped and ground), and 4 liang of ginger (chopped and ground).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.

Processing

Except for the ginger and scallions, which are ground separately, grind the rest into a powder, mix thoroughly, and grind again.

Benefits

For injuries with stagnant blood that fails to dissipate, causing swelling and pain; and for various bone injuries from falls or dislocations accompanied by pain.

Instructions for Use

Depending on the size of the affected area, mix with hot wine to form a paste, apply it, wrap with cloth, and change the dressing twice daily.

Aconite Ointment,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.,For injuries with stagnant blood that fails to dissipate, causing swelling and pain; and for various bone injuries from falls or dislocations accompanied by pain.

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