Turtle Shell Decoction Pills,*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 45.,Chronic accumulation of cold qi in the spleen, causing pain and distension in the chest and abdomen, nausea and vomiting, and cramping pain below the navel.
Turtle Shell Decoction 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 : Turtle Shell Decoction Pills
Chinese Name : 鳖甲煎丸
Drug Formulation
Turtle Shell (roasted in vinegar, with frills removed) 1 liang, Realgar (free of impurities) 1 liang, Chinese Honeysuckle Flower (tossed in vinegar, then stir-fried) 1 liang, Wolf’s Bane (crushed, chopped, and stir-fried) 1 liang, Dried Lacquer (stir-fried until all smoke has dissipated) 1 liang, Beijing Cyperus (roasted, chopped) 3 liang,Croton Seed 2 qian (remove skin and core, grind finely, and boil with realgar in 1 sheng of vinegar until reduced to a paste).
Source
*Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 45.
Processing
Grind all ingredients except realgar and croton seeds into a powder, mix thoroughly with the croton seed paste, and form into pills the size of mung beans using a water-based starch paste.
Benefits
Chronic accumulation of cold qi in the spleen, causing pain and distension in the chest and abdomen, nausea and vomiting, and cramping pain below the navel.
Instructions for Use
Take 1 pill per dose, washed down with ginger tea after a meal.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Shengji Zonglu*, Volume 45., 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.
Turtle Shell Decoction Pills,Chronic accumulation of cold qi in the spleen, causing pain and distension in the chest and abdomen, nausea and vomiting, and cramping pain below the navel.