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Taisu Ointment,For cases of extreme deficiency of original qi where sores and ulcers have failed to heal for a long time.

Formulas Name : Taisu Ointment

Chinese Name : 太素膏

Drug Formulation

3 qian of mercury oxide, 5 fen of borneol.

Source

*Yizong Shuoyue*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, mix thoroughly with pig spinal cord, and spread the mixture onto a piece of silk or linen cloth.

Benefits

For cases of extreme deficiency of original qi where sores and ulcers have failed to heal for a long time.

Instructions for Use

Apply the ointment directly to the wound. Concurrently, take internal tonics such as the Great Tonifying Decoction to support the body’s vital energy.

Taisu Ointment，*Yizong Shuoyue*, Volume 6.，For cases of extreme deficiency of original qi where sores and ulcers have failed to heal for a long time.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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