Dampness-Removing and Vitality-Consolidating Ointment

Dampness-Removing and Vitality-Consolidating Ointment,For all types of rheumatism and pain in the tendons and bones.

Formulas Name : Dampness-Removing and Vitality-Consolidating Ointment

Chinese Name : 除湿固本膏

Drug Formulation

Ginseng (ground separately) 5 qian, Prepared Rehmannia Root 5 qian, Astragalus 5 qian, Acanthopanax Bark (with coarse outer bark removed) 5 qian, Prepared Aconite Root (with skin and pith removed) 3 qian, Angelica Root 3 qian, Sichuan Dipsacus Root 3 qian, Sichuan Achyranthes Root 3 qian, Cinnamon Bark (if unavailable, substitute with thick Cinnamon Bark) 3 qian, Apricot Kernels (with skin and tip removed) 1 qian 5 fen,Angelica dahurica (with tips removed) 1 qian 5 fen.

Source

*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 28.

Processing

Combine the above ingredients with 1 jin of sesame oil and simmer until the herbs are completely dried out. Strain to remove the residue. Return the oil to a clean pot, add powdered ginseng, and simmer over low heat until a drop of the mixture forms a bead that does not disperse. Add 6 liang of roasted Fei Huang Dan, then remove from heat. Pour the mixture into water to neutralize the heat toxicity, and store tightly sealed in a porcelain jar.

Benefits

For all types of rheumatism and pain in the tendons and bones.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice as needed.

Dampness-Removing and Vitality-Consolidating Ointment,*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 28.,For all types of rheumatism and pain in the tendons and bones.

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