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Crimson Ointment,For all types of established swellings and toxic lesions.

Formulas Name : Crimson Ointment

Chinese Name : 绛红膏

Drug Formulation

Authentic silver vermilion (ground into powder).

Source

*The Great Compendium of Surgery*, Volume 1.

Benefits

For all types of established swellings and toxic lesions.

Instructions for Use

Mix with genuine raw tung oil to form a paste; first, illuminate the affected area thoroughly with a “Flavored Divine Lamp,” then apply this ointment.

Crimson Ointment，*The Great Compendium of Surgery*, Volume 1.，For all types of established swellings and toxic lesions.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 2026

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