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Single-Head Garlic Ointment

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Single-Head Garlic Ointment,For headaches caused by wind-cold that do not respond to medication.

Formulas Name : Single-Head Garlic Ointment

Chinese Name : 独乌膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Sichuan Aconite (ground into powder).

Source

*Lu Fu Jin Fang*, Volume 2.

Processing

Mix with vinegar to form a paste.

Benefits

For headaches caused by wind-cold that do not respond to medication.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the Taiyang and Fengfu acupoints at the temples. The pain will subside in a short while.

Single-Head Garlic Ointment,*Lu Fu Jin Fang*, Volume 2.,For headaches caused by wind-cold that do not respond to medication.

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