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Psoriasis Tincture

Medicinals
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Composition

  • Xue JieResina Daemonoropis (Sanguis Draconis)5 g

    Dispels Blood Stasis, alleviates pain, stops bleeding, promotes healing, protects the surface of ulcers, prevents decay and generates flesh.

  • Shui Yang SuanSalicylic acid5 g

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  • Zhang NaoCamphor2 g

    Expels Wind and Dampness, kills parasites, opens the orifices, expels turbidity, invigorates the Blood and alleviates pain.

  • Castor OilCastor Oil10 g

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Actions

  • Clears out Wind and Dampness
  • Breaks up stagnant Blood
  • Eases pain.

Patterns treated

Wind, Dampness and Heat arising from Blood Dryness

Manifestations

Abundant dry, flaking skin

Tongue body
Pale, or alternatively red
Coating
Scant or absent
Pulse
Thin, taut and fast

Indications

Psoriatic skin condition

Notes

Grind to a powder, combine with castor oil, mix into 10ml of 90% alcohol, then apply topically.