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Ointment for Black Ulcers,Chronic ulcers, tuberculous ulcers.

Formulas Name : Ointment for Black Ulcers

Chinese Name : 黑色疽疮膏

Drug Formulation

Angelica dahurica 3 qian (ground with other herbs), Angelica sinensis 5 qian, Scrophularia 5 qian, Astragalus 5 qian, Saposhnikovia 5 qian, Licorice 3 qian, Raw Rehmannia 5 qian, Snake Shedding 2 qian, Human Hair Ash 3 qian, Bee Hive 5 qian, Pangolin Scale 3 qian, Apricot Kernel 5 qian,Camphor 3 qian (as a binder), Frankincense 5 qian, Mercury Oxide 3 qian, Red Lead 2 qian, Borneol 2 qian, Rice Pearls 1 qian, Musk 1 qian, Myrrh 5 qian, Dragon’s Blood 2 qian, Catechu 5 qian, Dragon Bone 3 qian, Rosin 3 liang 5 qian (other), Beeswax 2 liang, Sesame Oil 1 jin.

Source

*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.

Processing

Soak the herbs in sesame oil for about one week, then simmer over low heat until the mixture comes to a rolling boil and the herbs turn a dark golden brown. Strain to remove the residue, add rosin and beeswax, and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then add the powdered herbs and stir until evenly mixed. Allow to solidify to form the ointment.

Benefits

Chronic ulcers, tuberculous ulcers.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice to the affected area.

Note

Use with caution on sores associated with yang-type syndromes; contraindicated for those allergic to mercury.

Ointment for Black Ulcers，*Collected Clinical Experiences of Zhao Bingnan*.，Chronic ulcers, tuberculous ulcers.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 2026

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