Immortal Qi-Nourishing Pill，From *Practical Formulas for Transmitting the Message*, Volume 2, citing a formula by Shen Deqi.，For men suffering from the “Five Labors and Seven Injuries,” with cold and depleted kidney qi, depletion of essence and marrow, tinnitus and dizziness, cold pain in the lower back and knees, frequent urination, palpitations and forgetfulness, and a gloomy disposition;For women suffering from deficiency-cold in the Blood Sea, pain in the navel and abdomen, irregular menstrual cycles, red or white vaginal discharge, prolonged infertility, or miscarriages; as well as those with spleen-stomach deficiency manifesting as edema, bloating, complete loss of appetite, rumbling and sharp pain in the intestines, loose stools, or, following recovery from a recent illness, shortness of breath, weakness, failure of vital energy to recover, and a haggard appearance—all symptoms attributable to deficiency-cold.
Immortal Qi-Nourishing Pill
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 : Immortal Qi-Nourishing Pill
Chinese Name : 神仙养气丹
Drug Formulation
1 jin of Daizhashi (calcined until red, quenched in vinegar 10 or so times), half a jin of purple quartz, half a jin of Yuyuliang (calcined until red, quenched in rice vinegar several times), and half a jin of red ochre(no need to quench with vinegar. Grind the above ingredients into a fine powder; wash with water until extremely fine; place in a crucible, seal the opening, and secure with salt mud until dry; calcine with 30 jin of charcoal until the fire is completely extinguished; then grind again until as fine as powder), Aconite Root (roasted until cracked, peel and pith removed) 1 liang, Aconite Root (roasted, peel and pith removed) 1 liang,Cardamom (wrapped in damp flour, roasted until fragrant, then remove the flour) 1 liang, Cloves 1 liang, Agarwood 1 liang, Black Pepper 1 liang, Epimedium (stir-fried until fragrant) 1 liang, Frankincense (ground separately) 1 liang, Myrrh (ground separately) 1 liang, Stalactite Powder 1 liang (ground separately. An alternative formula omits cloves and black pepper, and adds 1 liang each of Angelica sinensis and Dragon’s Blood).
Source
From *Practical Formulas for Transmitting the Message*, Volume 2, citing a formula by Shen Deqi.
Processing
Grind the ingredients into a fine powder. Use a glutinous rice dumpling to mix in a small amount of hot water, then roll into pills the size of a chicken’s head; slightly smaller is also acceptable.
Benefits
For men suffering from the “Five Labors and Seven Injuries,” with cold and depleted kidney qi, depletion of essence and marrow, tinnitus and dizziness, cold pain in the lower back and knees, frequent urination, palpitations and forgetfulness, and a gloomy disposition;For women suffering from deficiency-cold in the Blood Sea, pain in the navel and abdomen, irregular menstrual cycles, red or white vaginal discharge, prolonged infertility, or miscarriages; as well as those with spleen-stomach deficiency manifesting as edema, bloating, complete loss of appetite, rumbling and sharp pain in the intestines, loose stools, or, following recovery from a recent illness, shortness of breath, weakness, failure of vital energy to recover, and a haggard appearance—all symptoms attributable to deficiency-cold.
Instructions for Use
Take 3–4 pills per dose; for those with severe deficiency, take 10–20 pills per dose, taken on an empty stomach with warm wine or warm water.
Copyright: Excerpt from From *Practical Formulas for Transmitting the Message*, Volume 2, citing a formula by Shen Deqi., 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.
Immortal Qi-Nourishing Pill,For men suffering from the “Five Labors and Seven Injuries,” with cold and depleted kidney qi, depletion of essence and marrow, tinnitus and dizziness, cold pain in the lower back and knees, frequent urination, palpitations and forgetfulness, and a gloomy disposition;For women suffering from deficiency-cold in the Blood Sea, pain in the navel and abdomen, irregular menstrual cycles, red or white vaginal discharge, prolonged infertility, or miscarriages; as well as those with spleen-stomach deficiency manifesting as edema, bloating, complete loss of appetite, rumbling and sharp pain in the intestines, loose stools, or, following recovery from a recent illness, shortness of breath, weakness, failure of vital energy to recover, and a haggard appearance—all symptoms attributable to deficiency-cold.