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Impatiens Ointment,For boils and abscesses on the back, wounds from beatings, and snake bites; for “opposite-mouth” back sores, “fish-mouth” anal abscesses, and early-stage scrofula, as well as all types of swollen and toxic conditions.

Formulas Name : Impatiens Ointment

Chinese Name : 凤仙膏

Drug Formulation

Impatiens, including the roots, stems, and leaves.

Source

From *Essentials of the Crimson Pouch*.

Benefits

For boils and abscesses on the back, wounds from beatings, and snake bites; for “opposite-mouth” back sores, “fish-mouth” anal abscesses, and early-stage scrofula, as well as all types of swollen and toxic conditions.

Instructions for Use

Pound into a paste and apply to the affected area; change the dressing once a day.

Note

Do not use on lesions that have already ruptured.

Impatiens Ointment，From *Essentials of the Crimson Pouch*.，For boils and abscesses on the back, wounds from beatings, and snake bites; for “opposite-mouth” back sores, “fish-mouth” anal abscesses, and early-stage scrofula, as well as all types of swollen and toxic conditions.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026

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