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Eel Ointment Formula,For white patches on the head, neck, and face that spread gradually like tinea but do not form sores.

Formulas Name : Eel Ointment Formula

Chinese Name : 鳗鲡鱼涂方

Drug Formulation

1 eel (a plump one).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 18.

Processing

Roast the above ingredient until fat is rendered.

Benefits

For white patches on the head, neck, and face that spread gradually like tinea but do not form sores.

Instructions for Use

First, wash the white patches and rub them gently with a cloth until they feel slightly sore; then apply the rendered fish fat.

Eel Ointment Formula,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 18.,For white patches on the head, neck, and face that spread gradually like tinea but do not form sores.

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