Cuiyu Ointment,*Essentials of Surgical Medicine*, Volume 2.,For soft boils with retained pus that recur after healing.
Cuiyu Ointment
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Formulas Name : Cuiyu Ointment
Chinese Name : 翠玉膏
Drug Formulation
4 liang of Ming-style asphalt, 2 liang of verdigris, 3 qian of sesame oil, and 3 pig gallbladders.
Source
*Essentials of Surgical Medicine*, Volume 2.
Processing
First, melt the asphalt over charcoal fire; add the oil and bring to a boil; then add the verdigris and bile, stirring until well blended. Pour and strain the mixture into fresh water, then beat it vigorously by hand until frothy and collect it in a porcelain container. Apply it using a piece of smooth silk.
Benefits
For soft boils with retained pus that recur after healing.
Instructions for Use
Apply the ointment according to the size of the sore; do not change the application. A single application is sufficient for a complete cure.
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Cuiyu Ointment,For soft boils with retained pus that recur after healing.