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Gardenia Paste,Pediatric “Yanghuo Dan” (a type of rash) appears on both flanks and under the armpits.

Formulas Name : Gardenia Paste

Chinese Name : 山栀子膏

Drug Formulation

Gardenia seeds 4 liang.

Source

Quoted from *Selected Marvelous Medical Formulas* in *The Great Compendium of the Yongle Era*, Volume 1037.

Processing

Pound the above ingredients together with half a jin of raw crucian carp until they form a paste.

Benefits

Pediatric “Yanghuo Dan” (a type of rash) appears on both flanks and under the armpits.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount each time; observe the affected area and dissolve the paste in vinegar before applying it to the affected site.

Gardenia Paste,Quoted from *Selected Marvelous Medical Formulas* in *The Great Compendium of the Yongle Era*, Volume 1037.,Pediatric “Yanghuo Dan” (a type of rash) appears on both flanks and under the armpits.

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