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