Cinnamon Twig Wine，The formula is from *De Xiao* (Vol. 8); the name appears in *Pu Ji Fang* (Vol. 219).，For cases of yang-depletion syndrome following severe vomiting and diarrhea, characterized by cold extremities, depleted vital energy, and loss of consciousness; or for cases where, after recently recovering from cold damage, one mistakenly engages in sexual activity, resulting in tight pain in the lower abdomen, contraction of the external genitalia, a dark complexion, shortness of breath, and spontaneous cold sweats.
Cinnamon Twig Wine
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 : Cinnamon Twig Wine
Chinese Name : 桂枝酒
Drug Formulation
2 liang of Cinnamomum twigs, 2 sheng of good wine.
Source
The formula is from *De Xiao* (Vol. 8); the name appears in *Pu Ji Fang* (Vol. 219).
Benefits
For cases of yang-depletion syndrome following severe vomiting and diarrhea, characterized by cold extremities, depleted vital energy, and loss of consciousness; or for cases where, after recently recovering from cold damage, one mistakenly engages in sexual activity, resulting in tight pain in the lower abdomen, contraction of the external genitalia, a dark complexion, shortness of breath, and spontaneous cold sweats.
Instructions for Use
Decoct until reduced to 1 sheng; allow to cool to a warm temperature, then divide into two doses and administer orally.
Copyright: Excerpt from The formula is from *De Xiao* (Vol. 8); the name appears in *Pu Ji Fang* (Vol. 219)., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 25, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 25, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 25, 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.
Cinnamon Twig Wine,For cases of yang-depletion syndrome following severe vomiting and diarrhea, characterized by cold extremities, depleted vital energy, and loss of consciousness; or for cases where, after recently recovering from cold damage, one mistakenly engages in sexual activity, resulting in tight pain in the lower abdomen, contraction of the external genitalia, a dark complexion, shortness of breath, and spontaneous cold sweats.