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Coriarii Fuligo Oleacea

Tannery tar

烟胶 〔煙膠〕 yān jiāo

Kingdom: Plant

Use: Medicinal

Properties: Acrid and bitter*; slightly warm*.

Actions and indications: Treats head sores; bald white scalp sores; scab (jiè) and wind lichen (xiǎn) with pain, itching, and watery discharge.*

Dosage and method: Oral: Decoct (6–9g). Topical: Grind to a powder and sprinkle on the affected area.

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