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Myrrh Ointment,For sprains and strains of the tendons and bones accompanied by pain.

Formulas Name : Myrrh Ointment

Chinese Name : 没药膏

Drug Formulation

Myrrh (ground): half liang; Frankincense (ground): half liang; Tiger Bone (roasted with butter): half liang; Evodia fruit: 1 liang; White Mustard Seed: 1 liang; Bletilla: 1 liang; White Peony: 1 liang; Rice Flour: 1 liang; Ginger Juice: 5 he; Wine: 5 he.

Source

From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 10.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder. Simmer the ginger juice and wine together until reduced to 7 he, then immediately stir in the powder and mix thoroughly.

Benefits

For sprains and strains of the tendons and bones accompanied by pain.

Instructions for Use

While still hot, spread the mixture onto a piece of paper and apply it to the painful area. Change the dressing once a day and wrap it with cotton for protection.

Myrrh Ointment,From *Formulas of the Imperial Pharmacy*, Volume 10.,For sprains and strains of the tendons and bones accompanied by pain.

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