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External Ointment,For injuries, fractures, and stagnant blood that fails to dissipate.

Formulas Name : External Ointment

Chinese Name : 外涂膏

Drug Formulation

3 liang of rat droppings (burned until charred), half a jin of raw rehmannia root (sliced and roasted).

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder and mix with lard.

Benefits

For injuries, fractures, and stagnant blood that fails to dissipate.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the affected area and change the dressing three times a day.

External Ointment,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.,For injuries, fractures, and stagnant blood that fails to dissipate.

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