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Hand Ointment

Formulas Name : Hand Ointment

Chinese Name : 手膏

Drug Formulation

Trichosanthes pulp 1 liang, apricot kernels 1 liang (soaked in hot water, skins removed).

Source

*Shenghui* (Volume 40).

Processing

Grind the above ingredients together into a paste, then add honey to achieve the desired consistency.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the hands every night.

Hand Ointment,*Shenghui* (Volume 40).,

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