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Wolf’s-bane Ointment

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Wolf’s-bane Ointment,For boils on the back. The sore resembles a bunch of grapes; after rupturing, it leaves countless sores.

Formulas Name : Wolf’s-bane Ointment

Chinese Name : 狼毒膏

Drug Formulation

Half liang of wolfsbane, half liang of indigo root, half liang of gentian, 1 liang of wind-calming herb, 1 qian of frankincense, and 1 qian bi of mercury powder.

Source

*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 131.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, mix with honey to form a paste, and spread it on a piece of cloth.

Benefits

For boils on the back. The sore resembles a bunch of grapes; after rupturing, it leaves countless sores.

Instructions for Use

Apply to the sore.

Wolf’s-bane Ointment,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 131.,For boils on the back. The sore resembles a bunch of grapes; after rupturing, it leaves countless sores.

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