Black Alum and Glycerin,*A Concise Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine Dermatology*.,Lower limb ulcers.
Black Alum and Glycerin
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Formulas Name : Black Alum and Glycerin
Chinese Name : 黑矾甘油
Drug Formulation
Black alum (ferrous sulfate) 20 g, acacia flowers 60 g, glycerin as needed.
Source
*A Concise Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine Dermatology*.
Processing
Crush the black alum, heat it in an iron pot, pour in the acacia flowers, and stir for five to ten minutes. When the black alum foams and melts, and the acacia flowers turn dark brown, remove the mixture and grind it into a powder.
Benefits
Lower limb ulcers.
Instructions for Use
To use, take 10 g of the powder, add 15–20 mL of glycerin to form a black paste, and apply externally to the wound.
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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026
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Black Alum and Glycerin,Lower limb ulcers.