Aconite and Salt Decoction Pills，*San Yin*, Volume 15.，For deficiency of the original organ’s qi, with wind invading the stomach: ascending to cause headache and red eyes, accompanied by eye discharge, tearing, blurred vision, and dryness; descending to cause pain in the limbs, heaviness in the joints, damp itching in the groin, and sores and ulcers on the shins, lower back, and knees; as well as edema caused by wind-dampness.
Aconite and Salt Decoction Pills
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All references in this article to TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicines, teas, and decoctions are intended to promote TCM culture and are provided solely for educational and reference purposes.
Formulas Name : Aconite and Salt Decoction Pills
Chinese Name : 乌头煮盐丸
Drug Formulation
Chuan Wu (washed; split large ones, use small ones whole) 4 liang, Cang Zhu 4 liang, Wu Zhu Yu 4 liang, Jing San Leng half a liang, white salt 12 liang (boil the four ingredients in water until the Chuan Wu softens; drain, dry, and rinse off the salt).
Source
*San Yin*, Volume 15.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, then form into pills the size of a Paulownia seed using rice paste.
Benefits
For deficiency of the original organ’s qi, with wind invading the stomach: ascending to cause headache and red eyes, accompanied by eye discharge, tearing, blurred vision, and dryness; descending to cause pain in the limbs, heaviness in the joints, damp itching in the groin, and sores and ulcers on the shins, lower back, and knees; as well as edema caused by wind-dampness.
Instructions for Use
Take 50 pills per dose, taken on an empty stomach with either warm wine or salted broth.
Copyright: Excerpt from *San Yin*, Volume 15., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 31, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026
Correct Content Errors: Errors may occur during the writing, editing, translation, and publication of website content. If you find any errors or inaccurate information in this article, please feel free to Contact Us to report them, and we will correct them promptly.
FDA Disclaimer: The descriptions of the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicines, herbal teas, decoctions, and formulas, as well as the content on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic theory and traditional TCM therapies contained on this site, are intended solely for the purpose of popularizing TCM culture and serving as an educational reference; they do not constitute medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Please do not attempt to use these products on your own without proper guidance. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing any physical discomfort, please consult a licensed healthcare professional and seek treatment at a reputable medical institution. This platform assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of herbs or formulas by any individual based on the information provided on this site. Please read Medical Disclaimer.
Aconite and Salt Decoction Pills,For deficiency of the original organ’s qi, with wind invading the stomach: ascending to cause headache and red eyes, accompanied by eye discharge, tearing, blurred vision, and dryness; descending to cause pain in the limbs, heaviness in the joints, damp itching in the groin, and sores and ulcers on the shins, lower back, and knees; as well as edema caused by wind-dampness.