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Surgical Coptis Ointment

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Surgical Coptis Ointment,Moist sores.

Formulas Name : Surgical Coptis Ointment

Chinese Name : 外科黄连膏

Drug Formulation

1 liang of Coptis, 4 liang of Rhubarb, 4 liang of Phellodendron, 4 liang of Scutellaria, 3 jin of sesame oil, 1 jin of beeswax.

Source

*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shanghai Formula).

Processing

Soak Coptis, Rhubarb, Phellodendron, and Scutellaria in sesame oil for one day. Then, simmer over low heat until the herbs are completely dried out. Remove the residue and strain the liquid. Add beeswax and continue simmering over low heat until it slowly forms a paste.

Benefits

Moist sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply the ointment evenly to gauze and apply it to the affected area.

Note

Do not ingest.

Surgical Coptis Ointment,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Shanghai Formula).,Moist sores.

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