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Gardenia Seed Topical Application Formula,For moxibustion-induced sores.

Formulas Name : Gardenia Seed Topical Application Formula

Chinese Name : 栀子仁涂敷方

Drug Formulation

Half a liang of Gardenia seeds, half a liang of quicklime, half a liang of ground pepper, half a liang of Phellodendron bark (coated with honey and roasted), and half a liang of lead丹.

Source

From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 277.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For moxibustion-induced sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the affected area 3–5 times a day.

Gardenia Seed Topical Application Formula，From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Pujifang), Volume 277.，For moxibustion-induced sores.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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