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Cartilage Ointment,Following a fracture, the ulna often fails to return to its socket.

Formulas Name : Cartilage Ointment

Chinese Name : 软骨涂药

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Pteris bark, 1.5 liang of Acanthopanax bark, 1 liang of Polygala root (with the core removed), 2 liang of Trichosanthes seed (shell removed), 2 liang of aged tangerine peel, and 1 liang of lily bulb.

Source

*Shenghui* (Volume 67).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder.

Benefits

Following a fracture, the ulna often fails to return to its socket.

Instructions for Use

Mix the ingredients with rice vinegar to form a paste, spread it evenly on a piece of silk, and apply it to the affected area.

Cartilage Ointment,*Shenghui* (Volume 67).,Following a fracture, the ulna often fails to return to its socket.

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