Deer Marrow Decoction，*Shenghui*, Volume 27.，For deficiency-related wasting diseases, central organ damage, absent pulse, stiff tendons, and pulmonary atrophy with cough.
Deer Marrow Decoction
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 : Deer Marrow Decoction
Chinese Name : 鹿髓煎
Drug Formulation
Half a jin of deer marrow, 2 liang of honey, 2 liang of clarified butter, 4 he of fresh rehmannia root juice, 3 liang of apricot kernels (soaked in hot water, with skin, tips, and double kernels removed; soaked in 1 medium bowl of wine, ground, and juice extracted), and 3 liang of peach kernels (soaked in hot water, with skin, tips, and double kernels removed; soaked in half a bowl of wine, ground, and juice extracted).
Source
*Shenghui*, Volume 27.
Benefits
For deficiency-related wasting diseases, central organ damage, absent pulse, stiff tendons, and pulmonary atrophy with cough.
Instructions for Use
First, combine the juices from the peach kernels, apricot kernels, and rehmannia in a silver pot and simmer over low heat until reduced by half. Next, add the deer marrow, clarified butter, and honey, and simmer together until it reaches the consistency of molasses. Take 1 teaspoon per dose, holding it in the mouth and swallowing after a meal.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Shenghui*, Volume 27., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 26, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 26, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 26, 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.
Deer Marrow Decoction,For deficiency-related wasting diseases, central organ damage, absent pulse, stiff tendons, and pulmonary atrophy with cough.