HERB FORMULAS

English:	Nervous Wind Ointment
Also Known As:

Pharmaceutical Latin	*Pin Yin*	Dosage	Actions
Calomelas	*Qing Fen*	4.5g	Resolves toxicity, strongly kills parasites, generates flesh and promotes the healing of sores.
Minium	*Qian Dan*	3g	Expels toxins, generates flesh, absorbs Dampness, promotes healing and stops itching.
Cinnabaris (water refined)	*Zhu Sha*	2-3g	Clears Heat, relieves toxicity and prevents putrefaction.
Sesame Oil		120g
Yellow Beeswax		30g

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Because of the toxicity of Cinnabaris Zhu Sha, long-term use is discouraged. Recalcitrant lesions should be treated with a different medication.

HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Grind Qing Fen and Qian Dan into fine powders (Zhu Sha is already powdered) . Heat the sesame oil in a nonmetallic pan until just boiling. Add the beeswax and continue boiling until the yellow froth disappears. Immediately transfer the liquid into a pre-heated amber jar with a lid. Slowly stir in the powders until well mixed. allow to congeal. Apply the ointment to the affected areas. Dry with a hand-held hair dryer to heat the area (medium or low setting) for 10-20 minutes. Do not overheat. Wipe off the ointment with a sterile cotton ball. Apply once daily for four weeks.