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Yuhong Ointment,For swollen, toxic sores and boils.

Formulas Name : Yuhong Ointment

Chinese Name : 育红膏

Drug Formulation

4 qian of aged pine resin, 1 qian of camphor, 8 fen of mercury oxide, 7 fen of silver oxide, 1 fen 5 li of verdigris, 1 fen 5 li of borneol, 1 fen of musk, and 2 qian of castor beans (use only 1 qian 6 fen during the summer months).

Source

*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 7.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder and melt them in a double boiler.

Benefits

For swollen, toxic sores and boils.

Instructions for Use

Apply as a poultice as needed.

Note

Avoid exposure to fire.

Yuhong Ointment，*Comprehensive Treatise on the Treatment of Ulcers*, Volume 7.，For swollen, toxic sores and boils.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
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