Tong Sheng Ointment，From *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 314.，Boils, abscesses, fistulas, and all types of malignant sores.
Tong Sheng Ointment
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Formulas Name : Tong Sheng Ointment
Chinese Name : 通圣膏
Drug Formulation
1 jin of pure sesame oil, 1 chi 2 cun of worm-free soapberry (pitted and crushed), 2 liang of agarwood (crushed), and 40 castor beans (shelled, split open, and pitted).
Source
From *Formulas for Universal Relief*, Volume 314.
Processing
Take one handful of willow twigs, each 4–5 cun long, and tie them securely with grass. First, simmer the oil until it turns black (a slightly vigorous flame is acceptable). Remove from heat and let it settle slightly, then add the willow twigs and simmer again. Remove them after a short while. Next, add the agarwood, soap pods, and croton seeds in sequence. Reduce the heat slightly to prevent boiling over, and use two willow twigs, each about one chi long, to stir constantly until the croton seeds turn purplish-black;strain out the dregs using cotton or silk cloth; add 8 liang of red Guo Dan in 2–3 separate batches, stirring continuously without stopping until a black luster appears; drip a small amount into clean, cold water—it is ready when it does not stick to your hands; pour into a stone vessel; adding a small amount of powdered frankincense while still hot is particularly effective.
Benefits
Boils, abscesses, fistulas, and all types of malignant sores.
Instructions for Use
Spread on paper and apply to the affected area.
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Tong Sheng Ointment,Boils, abscesses, fistulas, and all types of malignant sores.