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Glycyrrhiza and Borax Decoction

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Glycyrrhiza and Borax Decoction

Formulas Name : Glycyrrhiza and Borax Decoction

Chinese Name : 甘硼水

Drug Formulation

Half a jin of borax, half a jin of calamine.

Source

*Practical Orthopedics*.

Processing

Add 10 times the volume of water and decoct; filter thoroughly to remove residue; allow to cool, then store in a glass bottle.

Instructions for Use

Use sterilized cotton wool dipped in the solution to clean the wound.

Glycyrrhiza and Borax Decoction,*Practical Orthopedics*.,

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