Imitation of the Golden Elixir

Imitation of the Golden Elixir,Effective for wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes, jaundice with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.

Formulas Name : Imitation of the Golden Elixir

Chinese Name : 拟金丹

Drug Formulation

Cinnabar 3 liang, mercury 3 liang, yellow丹 1 jin.

Source

From *Ji Feng*, Volume 28.

Processing

Grind the above ingredients together until all traces of mercury are gone. Place the mixture in a sealed crucible, cover the opening, and seal it according to standard procedure. Initially, heat gently over a low flame; once the heat penetrates thoroughly, add 10 jin of charcoal,calcine until it glows uniformly red for half a day; once the elixir is complete, allow it to cool before opening and retrieving it. The surface should be white, while the interior should be purplish-gold, with a brilliant luster. Grind it finely into a powder, spread it on paper laid on the ground, cover it with a basin, and let it sit for one day to remove the fire toxicity. Then mix it with millet rice to form pills the size of mung beans.

Benefits

Effective for wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes, jaundice with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 pills on an empty stomach with warm water.

Note

Avoid sheep’s blood.

Imitation of the Golden Elixir,From *Ji Feng*, Volume 28.,Effective for wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes, jaundice with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.

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