Deep Red Dragon’s Blood Ointment，*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 313.，For pain in the joints caused by falls from heights, being thrown from a horse, or falling from a cart.
Deep Red Dragon’s Blood Ointment
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Formulas Name : Deep Red Dragon’s Blood Ointment
Chinese Name : 血竭大红膏
Drug Formulation
Angelica sinensis (chopped) 1 liang,Tritelophis carinata seeds (chopped) 1 liang, Red peony root 1 liang, Tiantai Wuyao (chopped) 1 liang, Vegetable oil 4 liang, Amber (crushed and ground) 1 liang, Frankincense (ground) 2 liang, Orpiment (sifted) 10 liang, Bitumen 6 liang, Myrrh 2 liang, Dragon’s blood (ground separately) half a liang.
Source
*Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 313.
Processing
First, steep the first four ingredients in vegetable oil for seven days and seven nights, then strain out the residue. Next, place the frankincense and asphalt in an iron pot and simmer over low heat until they are completely dissolved. Periodically check the consistency; as needed, add the previously infused medicinal oil, adjusting the amount accordingly. Once the mixture reaches the desired consistency, strain it through cotton into a basin of water. When the liquid turns white, immediately add the orpiment and stir until the color is uniform. Store in a porcelain basin.
Benefits
For pain in the joints caused by falls from heights, being thrown from a horse, or falling from a cart.
Instructions for Use
Apply with an iron spatula spread onto thick paper and affix to the affected area.
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Deep Red Dragon’s Blood Ointment,For pain in the joints caused by falls from heights, being thrown from a horse, or falling from a cart.