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Bone-Healing Paste,For cold-induced dampness, contusions and injuries, and pain in tendons and bones.

Formulas Name : Bone-Healing Paste

Chinese Name : 向骨膏

Drug Formulation

Raw Rehmannia, Dipsacus asper, Polygonum aviculare pollen, Angelica sinensis, wheat flour, adzuki beans, Bletilla striata, and old ginger—all in equal parts.

Source

Quoted from *Secret Formulas Based on Experience* in *Classified Collection of Medical Formulas*, Vol. 194.

Processing

Grind all ingredients except wheat flour and pollen into a fine powder. Mix with vinegar in a silver vessel to form a thin paste, then warm over low heat.

Benefits

For cold-induced dampness, contusions and injuries, and pain in tendons and bones.

Instructions for Use

Use a copper spoon to scoop the ointment, apply it to the affected area, and warm it over a fire; once the medicinal properties have taken effect, remove the ointment. Apply 7 times, removing it each time. Seal the area with paper, moisten it with hot vinegar or wine, and change the dressing on the third day.

Bone-Healing Paste,Quoted from *Secret Formulas Based on Experience* in *Classified Collection of Medical Formulas*, Vol. 194.,For cold-induced dampness, contusions and injuries, and pain in tendons and bones.

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