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Four Saints Ointment,For hard lumps.

Formulas Name : Four Saints Ointment

Chinese Name : 四圣膏

Drug Formulation

Yarrow leaves, garlic, salt, and Sichuan armadillo shell.

Source

From *Experienced Formulas*, cited in *Medical Compendium*, Volume 34.

Processing

Mix the above ingredients with good vinegar to form a paste.

Benefits

For hard lumps.

Instructions for Use

Apply a poultice sized according to the ulcer; leave it on for the duration of two sticks of incense. The mass will dissolve into pus and fluid, which will be expelled through the stool.

Four Saints Ointment,From *Experienced Formulas*, cited in *Medical Compendium*, Volume 34.,For hard lumps.

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