Bright Red Ointment

Bright Red Ointment,For pain caused by falls, blows, or injuries.

Formulas Name : Bright Red Ointment

Chinese Name : 大红膏

Drug Formulation

1 jin of asphalt, 10 liang of orpiment, 2 liang of frankincense, and oil as needed (adjust quantity as required).

Source

From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 10.

Processing

First, melt the asphalt in a silver vessel over low heat, stirring with an iron whisk. Check the consistency periodically; gradually add oil until the mixture reaches the desired consistency. Next, add the frankincense and stir until well blended, then strain through cotton. Finally, add the realgar, stir until uniform, and transfer to a porcelain bowl.

Benefits

For pain caused by falls, blows, or injuries.

Instructions for Use

Each time the medicine is applied, spread it with a hot iron grater onto thick, soft paper. First, rub the “Pain-Relieving Myrrh Powder” dry onto the affected area, massaging it in with your hands more than 10 times, then cover it with the “Great Red Plaster.”

Bright Red Ointment,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 10.,For pain caused by falls, blows, or injuries.

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