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Peony Paste

Formulas Name : Peony Paste

Chinese Name : 芍药膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of peony root, 1 liang of rhubarb, 1 liang of astragalus, 1 liang of angelica pubescens (with root tip removed), 1 liang of angelica dahurica, 1 liang of angelica sinensis, 3 liang of leek whites, 1.5 liang of raw rehmannia (crushed), and 1.5 jin of lard.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 130.

Processing

Finely chop the ingredients. First, heat the lard until it boils, then add the herbs and simmer until the Angelica dahurica turns reddish-black. Filter through cotton to remove the residue.

Instructions for Use

Apply a small amount to the affected area 3–5 times daily.

Peony Paste,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 130.,

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