Boil Ointment，*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhu Renkang*.，For carbuncles and boils.
Boil Ointment
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All references in this article to TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicines, teas, and decoctions are intended to promote TCM culture and are provided solely for educational and reference purposes.
Formulas Name : Boil Ointment
Chinese Name : 疔疖膏
Drug Formulation
15g of silver vermilion, 15g of cinnabar, 4.5g of mercuric chloride, 125g of fresh colophony, 30ml of castor oil, and 18g of petroleum jelly.
Source
*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhu Renkang*.
Processing
First, grind the mercury oxide into a fine powder, then mix it with the silver vermilion and cinnabar; separately, heat the castor oil in a copper pot, add the rosin and melt it, then add the petroleum jelly and mix well; finally, add the prepared herbal powder mixture and blend into a paste.
Benefits
For carbuncles and boils.
Instructions for Use
Apply a small amount of the ointment to the head of the sore and secure it externally with gauze and adhesive tape; or place a small amount of the ointment on a piece of “Toxin-Removing Plaster” and apply it directly to the head of the sore.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhu Renkang*., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 24, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026
Correct Content Errors: Errors may occur during the writing, editing, translation, and publication of website content. If you find any errors or inaccurate information in this article, please feel free to Contact Us to report them, and we will correct them promptly.
FDA Disclaimer: The descriptions of the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicines, herbal teas, decoctions, and formulas, as well as the content on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic theory and traditional TCM therapies contained on this site, are intended solely for the purpose of popularizing TCM culture and serving as an educational reference; they do not constitute medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Please do not attempt to use these products on your own without proper guidance. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing any physical discomfort, please consult a licensed healthcare professional and seek treatment at a reputable medical institution. This platform assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of herbs or formulas by any individual based on the information provided on this site. Please read Medical Disclaimer.
Boil Ointment,For carbuncles and boils.