Astragalus Plaster

Astragalus Plaster,For abscesses and swellings accompanied by heat.

Formulas Name : Astragalus Plaster

Chinese Name : 黄耆贴

Drug Formulation

Licorice (roasted), rhubarb, white clematis, astragalus, and ligusticum—all in equal parts.

Source

Formula by Liu Juanzi, cited in Volume 24 of *Wai Tai*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder, mix with egg yolk until it forms a thick paste, and apply to the affected area.

Benefits

For abscesses and swellings accompanied by heat.

Instructions for Use

Apply patches of varying sizes to the firm, red, and hot areas; the condition will resolve quickly.

Astragalus Plaster,Formula by Liu Juanzi, cited in Volume 24 of *Wai Tai*.,For abscesses and swellings accompanied by heat.

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