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Coptis and Frankincense Ointment,Lower limb ulcers (leg sores), vulvar ulcers (vulvar erosion), and impetigo (weeping sores).

Formulas Name : Coptis and Frankincense Ointment

Chinese Name : 黄连甘乳膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Coptis powder, 1 liang of frankincense powder, 2 liang of zinc oxide powder, and 7 liang of moisture-removing ointment (or petroleum jelly).

Source

From *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.

Processing

Mix thoroughly to form a paste.

Benefits

Lower limb ulcers (leg sores), vulvar ulcers (vulvar erosion), and impetigo (weeping sores).

Instructions for Use

Apply topically to the affected area.

Note

Do not wash the affected area with water before or after application.

Coptis and Frankincense Ointment，From *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.，Lower limb ulcers (leg sores), vulvar ulcers (vulvar erosion), and impetigo (weeping sores).

Copyright: Excerpt from From *Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 25, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.

Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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