Five Poisons Ointment

Five Poisons Ointment,For all types of unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

Formulas Name : Five Poisons Ointment

Chinese Name : 五毒膏

Drug Formulation

1 red-refined coiled toad, 3 liang of pangolin, 20–30 geckos (must be whole), and 20 centipedes.

Source

From *Secret Transmission of the Blue Sack*.

Processing

Use 3 jin of sesame oil and 3 packets of orpiment; simmer until a drop of the mixture forms a bead when dropped into water. Add the orpiment and simmer again, adjusting the heat as needed. Pour into a earthenware jar or basin and soak in water to remove the heat.

Benefits

For all types of unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice.

Five Poisons Ointment,From *Secret Transmission of the Blue Sack*.,For all types of unexplained swellings and toxic sores.

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