Proven Formulas

Lacquer Sores original: qichuang (漆瘡). This refers to contact dermatitis or "poisoning" caused by contact with raw lacquer or similar caustic plants like poison ivy.
According to the proven formulas of Yao Xizhou: take one handful of Bird-Snake Herb original: niaoshecao (鳥蛇草). This is likely a local or folk name for a herb used to clear heat and toxins from the skin., whether it is fresh or dried, and decoct it to make a wash. Rinsing the area once will result in an immediate cure.

Fever and Hiccups during Febrile Illness original: shanghan fare er eni (傷寒發熱而呃逆). This describes a complication of "Cold Damage," a broad historical category for acute infectious or "fever" diseases.
The manual Restoring Spring referring to the famous Ming dynasty medical classic Wanbing Huichun (The Restoration of Spring for Myriad Diseases). suggests using Yellow Chaste Tree seeds original: huangjingzi (黃荆子), the fruit of Vitex negundo.. Take any quantity, stir-fry them, and decoct in water. Once consumed, the hiccups will stop immediately.

Hardened Boils on Wounds from Caning original: zhangchuang qi dingjia (杖瘡起疔甲). These are wounds resulting from corporal punishment that have become infected and developed hard, "nail-like" boils or carbuncles.
Dry-roast Yellow Chaste Tree seeds and grind them into a fine powder. Apply the powder to the affected area; the boil will open and drain on its own without the need for scraping with a knife.

Liver and Stomach Pain
The formula of Zhou the Hermit original: Zhou Shanren (周山人), a title for a mountain dweller or recluse, often implying they possess "hidden" or folk medical knowledge. calls for Yellow Chaste Tree seeds ground into a powder. Mix this with flour to form small dough balls. Eat these once or twice to completely "sever the root" an idiomatic expression meaning to provide a permanent cure. of the ailment.

Foot Sores original: jiaoxi (腳𧏽). This term likely refers to athlete's foot, fungal infections, or weeping sores on the feet.
Mr. Zhou’s formula uses the tender leaves from the crown of the Yellow Chaste Tree. Pound them into a mash and apply as a poultice; it will heal immediately.