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Sophora Branch Paste,For scrofula and toxic sores.

Formulas Name : Sophora Branch Paste

Chinese Name : 槐条膏

Drug Formulation

Tender Sophora twigs (select branches with 7 buds each; chop into small pieces) 49 branches.

Source

*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 18.

Processing

1 jin of sesame oil; soak for 3 days, then simmer over low heat until charred, strain out the residue, add 8 liang of roasted lead powder, and reduce to a paste (best prepared in spring or summer).

Benefits

For scrofula and toxic sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice.

Sophora Branch Paste,*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 18.,For scrofula and toxic sores.

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