Moisturizing Muscle Ointment,From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 19.,Pain in the skin. Wind and cold qi stagnate in the skin and hair, causing blood to fail to nourish the surface of the muscles; the skin then becomes dry and painful, and the hands and feet appear as if they have no skin.
Moisturizing Muscle Ointment
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Formulas Name : Moisturizing Muscle Ointment
Chinese Name : 润肌膏
Drug Formulation
1 liang 5 qian of Angelica sinensis root, 1 liang of powdered licorice, 8 qian of Angelica dahurica, 6 qian of dragon’s blood, 5 qian of Lithospermum root, and 2 liang of beeswax (sliced).
Source
From *Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 19.
Processing
Using 8 liang of genuine sesame oil, first simmer the Angelica root, White Angelica, and Licorice until they turn a deep yellow; strain out the residue. Then add Dragon’s Blood and simmer until melted; strain again. Next, add Lithospermum and white wax slices and bring to a gentle boil for about ten rolls; immediately remove from heat, strain out the Lithospermum residue. If the color is bright and appealing, the ointment is complete.
Benefits
Pain in the skin. Wind and cold qi stagnate in the skin and hair, causing blood to fail to nourish the surface of the muscles; the skin then becomes dry and painful, and the hands and feet appear as if they have no skin.
Instructions for Use
First, soak and wash the affected area in scallion broth for a long time, then rub it with this ointment.
Note
Keep the area warm and avoid exposure to cold drafts.
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Moisturizing Muscle Ointment,Pain in the skin. Wind and cold qi stagnate in the skin and hair, causing blood to fail to nourish the surface of the muscles; the skin then becomes dry and painful, and the hands and feet appear as if they have no skin.