Ginseng and Cinnabar Formula，From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Vol. 265), citing *Family-Treasure Formulas of Proven Experience*.，For imbalances in the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, failure of the heart and kidneys to rise and fall properly, qi stagnation with phlegm-induced syncope, cold pain in the chest and abdomen, loose stools, frequent urination, emaciation, blurred vision, deafness, mental confusion, forgetfulness, and excessive startle reactions; all forms of deficiency and debility; as well as women suffering from menorrhagia, fainting due to qi deficiency, and chronic uterine cold.
Ginseng and Cinnabar Formula
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 : Ginseng and Cinnabar Formula
Chinese Name : 参丹
Drug Formulation
Ingredients: 100 liang of cinnabar in granules (ground to the coarseness of sand; do not grind too finely), 60 liang of Silla ginseng (coarsely chopped), and 300 pieces of large-sized gold leaf.
Source
From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Vol. 265), citing *Family-Treasure Formulas of Proven Experience*.
Processing
Use a clay or silver pot lined with a cloth towel at the bottom. First, prepare two bags made of boiled silk; place half of the ginseng into the cinnabar bag, then cover it with the remaining half of the ginseng.then steam them in a pot over a fire fueled by mulberry wood. In a separate silver pot, boil water to replenish any liquid lost from the jar; add it gradually as needed. Carefully regulate the heat to maintain a steady flame—do not overcook the mixture, nor allow the fire to die out. Repeat this process once every 7 days: open the jar, remove the cinnabar-filled pouch, stir the ginseng, and return it to the pouch to steam again according to the previous method. After 49 days, extinguish the fire; discard the ginseng and retain only the cinnabar and gold leaf,Pound and grind these ingredients until extremely fine—until no flecks of gold leaf remain visible. Mix with glutinous rice flour paste to form pills the size of mung beans.
Benefits
For imbalances in the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, failure of the heart and kidneys to rise and fall properly, qi stagnation with phlegm-induced syncope, cold pain in the chest and abdomen, loose stools, frequent urination, emaciation, blurred vision, deafness, mental confusion, forgetfulness, and excessive startle reactions; all forms of deficiency and debility; as well as women suffering from menorrhagia, fainting due to qi deficiency, and chronic uterine cold.
Instructions for Use
Take 5–7 pills per dose, increasing to 15 pills if necessary, and swallow them on an empty stomach with Ginseng and Jujube Decoction.
Copyright: Excerpt from From *Formulas for Universal Relief* (Vol. 265), citing *Family-Treasure Formulas of Proven Experience*., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 19, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 19, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 19, 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.
Ginseng and Cinnabar Formula,For imbalances in the Nutritive and Defensive Qi, failure of the heart and kidneys to rise and fall properly, qi stagnation with phlegm-induced syncope, cold pain in the chest and abdomen, loose stools, frequent urination, emaciation, blurred vision, deafness, mental confusion, forgetfulness, and excessive startle reactions; all forms of deficiency and debility; as well as women suffering from menorrhagia, fainting due to qi deficiency, and chronic uterine cold.