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Green Wisteria Ointment

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Green Wisteria Ointment,Various wind-related conditions: wandering rheumatism, polyarthritis, “crane’s knee” deformity, numbness and itching, and injuries with sores and swellings.

Formulas Name : Green Wisteria Ointment

Chinese Name : 青藤膏

Drug Formulation

Green Vine (harvested from Di Gang in Taiping Prefecture between February and March)—quantity as needed.

Source

From *Yi Tong*, Volume 8, citing *Yi Jian*.

Processing

Chop it up and place it in a cauldron; simmer over low heat for 7 days and nights until it becomes a paste, then store it in a porcelain container.

Benefits

Various wind-related conditions: wandering rheumatism, polyarthritis, “crane’s knee” deformity, numbness and itching, and injuries with sores and swellings.

Instructions for Use

To treat a condition, first prepare 3–4 combs. Adjust the dosage (1 teaspoon) according to the severity of the condition (whether deficient or excess), mix with warm wine, and take it at any time. After taking the remedy, slap the patient’s body once with the palm of your hand. When itching spreads throughout the body, comb the affected areas with the combs. To stop the itching, drink a mouthful of cold water; the itching will cease and the illness will be cured.

Note

Avoid exposure to drafts for several days.

Green Wisteria Ointment,From *Yi Tong*, Volume 8, citing *Yi Jian*.,Various wind-related conditions: wandering rheumatism, polyarthritis, “crane’s knee” deformity, numbness and itching, and injuries with sores and swellings.

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