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Flank Ointment,For swelling of the sclera, accompanied by redness, dryness, heat, and pain.

Formulas Name : Flank Ointment

Chinese Name : 贴胁膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang Sichuan rhubarb, 1 liang Scrophularia, 1 liang Sichuan magnolia bark.

Source

*Shenghui*, Volume 33.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, mix thoroughly with the juice of raw Rehmannia root, and spread the mixture onto a piece of silk.

Benefits

For swelling of the sclera, accompanied by redness, dryness, heat, and pain.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the lower eyelid.

Flank Ointment,*Shenghui*, Volume 33.,For swelling of the sclera, accompanied by redness, dryness, heat, and pain.

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