Sparrow-Aconite Pills，*Shenghui*, Volume 98.，Chronic deficiency-cold in the viscera, excessive gas in the abdomen and flanks, weakness of the spleen and stomach, poor appetite, emaciation, and lack of strength.
Sparrow-Aconite Pills
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 : Sparrow-Aconite Pills
Chinese Name : 雀附丸
Drug Formulation
30 sparrows (remove beaks, feet, feathers, internal organs, and breastbones; simmer in 1 sheng of fine wine until tender, then grind into a paste), 1 liang of Psoralea corylifolia (lightly roasted), 1 liang of Aquilaria agallocha,1 liang of Evodia fruit (soaked in boiling water 7 times, dried in an oven, and lightly roasted), 1 liang of dried ginger (roasted until cracked, then chopped), 1 liang of green tangerine peel (soaked in boiling water, white pith removed, and dried in an oven), 1 liang of papaya (pounded and sifted into a powder), 1 liang of aconite root (roasted until cracked, skin and navel removed), and 2 liang of roasted mugwort powder (simmered with 2 sheng of rice vinegar until it becomes a paste).
Source
*Shenghui*, Volume 98.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients into a powder. Mix the sparrow meat with the mugwort paste, then combine with the medicinal powder to form pills the size of a Paulownia seed.
Benefits
Chronic deficiency-cold in the viscera, excessive gas in the abdomen and flanks, weakness of the spleen and stomach, poor appetite, emaciation, and lack of strength.
Instructions for Use
Take 30 pills daily on an empty stomach and before the evening meal, washed down with warm wine or salted broth; gradually increase the dose to 40 pills.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Shenghui*, Volume 98., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 30, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 30, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 30, 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.
Sparrow-Aconite Pills,Chronic deficiency-cold in the viscera, excessive gas in the abdomen and flanks, weakness of the spleen and stomach, poor appetite, emaciation, and lack of strength.