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Silkworm Sand Ointment,For fractures where stagnant blood has not dissipated.

Formulas Name : Silkworm Sand Ointment

Chinese Name : 蚕沙膏

Drug Formulation

2 sheng of raw silkworm sand (roasted and ground), 3 sheng of wheat bran.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.

Processing

Mix the ingredients thoroughly, then cook with 4 sheng of rice vinegar until blended, and store in a porcelain container.

Benefits

For fractures where stagnant blood has not dissipated.

Instructions for Use

Apply an amount proportional to the extent of the injury, wrap with silk or cloth, and repeat twice daily.

Silkworm Sand Ointment,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 144.,For fractures where stagnant blood has not dissipated.

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