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Red Dragon Skin Decoction,For breast sores and various festering ulcers.

Formulas Name : Red Dragon Skin Decoction

Chinese Name : 赤龙皮汤

Drug Formulation

Oak bark (sliced), 3 sheng.

Source

*Formulas from the Elbow-Back* (Vol. 5).

Benefits

For breast sores and various festering ulcers.

Instructions for Use

Boil 1 dou of water down to 5 sheng; use cold in spring and summer, and warm in autumn and winter. Wash the affected area first, then apply the ointment.

Red Dragon Skin Decoction，*Formulas from the Elbow-Back* (Vol. 5).，For breast sores and various festering ulcers.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 20, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 20, 2026

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