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Duhuo Ointment,Scabies and ringworm.

Formulas Name : Duhuo Ointment

Chinese Name : 独活膏

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of Qianghuo, half a liang of Duhuo, half a liang of Danshen, half a liang of scallion whites, and 1 liang of cardamom.

Source

*Ji Feng*, Volume 22.

Processing

Place the above herbs in vegetable oil; when the oil becomes fragrant, add beeswax. Wait until the wax melts and forms a paste—this is the finished ointment.

Benefits

Scabies and ringworm.

Instructions for Use

Before application, wash the affected area, pat it dry, and apply the ointment.

Duhuo Ointment,*Ji Feng*, Volume 22.,Scabies and ringworm.

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