Tiger-Binding Pills，*Formulae of the Imperial Bureau*, Volume 6 (supplemented by Wu Zhige with renowned formulas from various schools).，For chronic dysentery that has persisted for one or two years without resolution, resulting in emaciation and weakness; also treats spleen pain and lower back pain.
Tiger-Binding Pills
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Formulas Name : Tiger-Binding Pills
Chinese Name : 缚虎丸
Drug Formulation
Arsenic (high-quality, lump form with a fine, milky texture) half liang; beeswax half liang.
Source
*Formulae of the Imperial Bureau*, Volume 6 (supplemented by Wu Zhige with renowned formulas from various schools).
Processing
First, melt the beeswax; then add the arsenic. Stir with seven willow twigs, one at a time; replace each twig as soon as its tip turns charred. When the mixture is ready for use, remove it from the heat and immediately roll it into pills the size of a paulownia seed.
Benefits
For chronic dysentery that has persisted for one or two years without resolution, resulting in emaciation and weakness; also treats spleen pain and lower back pain.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 pill per dose; for dysentery, swallow with cold water; for spleen pain, do the same; for lower back pain, swallow with cold wine. Take before meals. For children, make the pills the size of a millet seed; take 1 pill per dose, with the same method of administration as above.
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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026
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Tiger-Binding Pills,For chronic dysentery that has persisted for one or two years without resolution, resulting in emaciation and weakness; also treats spleen pain and lower back pain.