Arsenic Oil Formula，From *The Complete Book of Surgical Diagnosis and Treatment*, Volume 3.，Goose-Paw Eczema: Dry, itchy, peeling skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, with thick, hardened, and cracked areas.
Arsenic Oil Formula
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Formulas Name : Arsenic Oil Formula
Chinese Name : 砒油方
Drug Formulation
Red arsenic: 1 qian (ground fine as millet).
Source
From *The Complete Book of Surgical Diagnosis and Treatment*, Volume 3.
Processing
Decoct the above ingredients in 1 liang of sesame oil until the arsenic is completely charred and the smoke has dissipated; remove the arsenic and reserve the oil for use.
Benefits
Goose-Paw Eczema: Dry, itchy, peeling skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, with thick, hardened, and cracked areas.
Instructions for Use
For all affected areas, first warm the skin over a fire until it feels warm, then rub with the oil three times a day until healed.
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Arsenic Oil Formula,Goose-Paw Eczema: Dry, itchy, peeling skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, with thick, hardened, and cracked areas.