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Scrofula-Resolving Ointment

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Scrofula-Resolving Ointment

Formulas Name : Scrofula-Resolving Ointment

Chinese Name : 消瘰膏

Drug Formulation

Raw Pinellia 1 liang, raw Manchurian Aralia 3 qian, raw Euphorbia 1 qian, raw Strychnos 4 qian (chopped), soapberry 3 qian, red dragon’s blood 2 qian.

Source

*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.

Processing

Decoct the first five ingredients in sesame oil until charred, then strain out the residue. Add orpiment to thicken into a paste. When the mixture reaches the proper consistency, finely grind the dragon’s blood and mix it into the paste until fully melted and blended. Spread the mixture into plasters according to the size of the lesion.

Instructions for Use

When applying, add a small amount of musk to each plaster.

Scrofula-Resolving Ointment,*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.,

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