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White Crucian Carp Paste

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White Crucian Carp Paste

Formulas Name : White Crucian Carp Paste

Chinese Name : 白鲫鱼膏

Drug Formulation

Northern Asarum, Ginger Worm, Worm Castings, Whole Worm, White Angelica, Phellodendron, Peppermint, Castor Seeds, Sanguisorba, Raw Rehmannia, Crucian Carp, Lead Powder, Sesame Oil.

Source

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

Processing

First, decoct all the herbs in sesame oil to extract the liquid; after straining out the residue, add lead powder to form a plaster. Spread the mixture onto oiled paper to form individual sheets, package them in boxes (100 sheets per box), with a net weight of 2 liang 5 qian.

Instructions for Use

Clean the affected area with boiling water or tea, then warm the plaster and apply it.

Note

Do not ingest; pregnant women should avoid applying below the navel.

White Crucian Carp Paste,*National Collection of Prescriptions for Traditional Chinese Medicines* (Chongqing Formula).,

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