Coptis Eye-Nourishing Ointment

Coptis Eye-Nourishing Ointment,For redness and swelling of the eyes due to wind-heat, tearing when exposed to wind, and aversion to sunlight.

Formulas Name : Coptis Eye-Nourishing Ointment

Chinese Name : 黄连养目膏

Drug Formulation

6 qian of Coptis, 3 qian of Angelica sinensis, 2 qian of Saposhnikovia.

Source

From *Formulas of the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 2.

Processing

Decoct in water to a concentrated decoction of half a bowl; strain through fine silk; add half a small zhong of white honey; simmer over a double boiler until it becomes a paste; store in a porcelain container.

Benefits

For redness and swelling of the eyes due to wind-heat, tearing when exposed to wind, and aversion to sunlight.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount to the outer corner of the eye using a hairpin.

Coptis Eye-Nourishing Ointment,From *Formulas of the Huizhitiang Hall*, Volume 2.,For redness and swelling of the eyes due to wind-heat, tearing when exposed to wind, and aversion to sunlight.

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