DI YU ER CANG HU GAO
TOPICAL HERBS FOR ITCH
We use high-potency water extracted herb granules. Our whole herbs are always premium grade, and pesticide free, wildcrafted, or organic whenever feasible.
| Generally used for | itch |
| Formula Actions |
|
| TCM Diagnosis |
|
DI YU ER CANG HU GAO Ingredients
| Cx. Phellodendri | Huang Bai | 18% |
| Rz. Atractylodis | Cang Zhu | 18 |
| Fr. Xanthii | Cang Er Zi | 18 |
| Rx. Sanguisorbae | Di Yu | 36 |
| Herba Mentha (peppermint) | Bo He | 5 |
| Calomelas | Qing Fen | 3 |
| Borneolum (natural camphor) | Bing Pian | 2 |
Request formula modifications: to: sales@shenclinic.com
Safety and Side Effects of DI YU ER CANG HU GAO
TOPICAL USE ONLY CONTAINS TOXIC HERBS
Pregnant and nursing women should consult their healthcare provider before using any supplement.
Most formulas are designed for use by practitioners. If you are not a practitioner, self-prescribing is not recommended. To insure the best outcome, and to minimize any chance of side effects, we urge you to Start an E-mail Consultation or TeleVisit.
How to Use DI YU ER CANG HU GAO
- Grind to powder, combine with petroleum jelly, and apply to skin 2-3 times daily
How to Make A Soak:
Whole Herbs: Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1 packet of herbs in 1-quart (or liter) of water until 2 cups of medicine remain. Adjust lid and heat to control evaporation. Mint is added during the last 3 minutes of boiling. Camphor and Calomelas are not boiled but added to the strained decoction. Strain herbs; and refrigerate for a second boiling (if desired). Or as prescribed by your practitioner.
Granules: Dissolve the granules in warm water
How to Make An Herbal Compress:
Whole Herbs: Decoct the herbs in water. Soak a cloth in the warm decoction. Allow time for the compress to cool. Apply to the area. To maximize potency, or if a warm application is desired, occlude the compress while in place.
Granules: Dissolve the granules in warm water
How to Make An Herbal Tincture:
Whole Herbs: Place raw herbs in a glass container and cover with rice wine, drinking alcohol, vinegar, or other tincturing medium. Store container in a cool dark place and gently agitate the solution daily. Soaking times vary, but solution is generally usable in 1-3 weeks. Strain or filter out herbs and use the remaining liquid either topically as prescribed.
Granules: Dissolve granules in tincturing medium such as alcohol, vinegar, oil, aloe gel, or petroleum jelly.
How to Make An Herbal Ointment:
Order herbs as a granulated powder or grind whole herbs into a powder. Combine herbal powder with a medium such as vegetable or mineral oil or petroleum jelly. Apply to area. Occluding the application with a bandage is recommended in most cases.