Xiao Huoluo Dan

Xiao Huoluo Dan,For rheumatic arthralgia, numbness and loss of sensation, aching pain in the limbs, and hemiplegia.

Formulas Name : Xiao Huoluo Dan

Chinese Name : 小活络丹

Drug Formulation

Sichuan Aconite (roasted) 1 liang 5 qian, Wild Aconite (roasted) 1 liang 5 qian, Chinese Angelica 1 liang, Sichuan Lovage 1 liang, White Peony Root 5 qian, Frankincense (roasted) 7 qian 5 fen, Myrrh (roasted) 7 qian 5 fen, Earthworm meat 7 qian 5 fen, Cyperus (vinegar-roasted) 1 liang, Bile Star 1 liang 5 qian.

Source

*Selected Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas from Beijing*.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder, sift through a sieve, mix with refined honey to form pills weighing 2 qian each, and coat with cinnabar.

Benefits

For rheumatic arthralgia, numbness and loss of sensation, aching pain in the limbs, and hemiplegia.

Instructions for Use

Take 1 pill at a time, washed down with warm yellow wine or hot water, twice daily.

Xiao Huoluo Dan,*Selected Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas from Beijing*.,For rheumatic arthralgia, numbness and loss of sensation, aching pain in the limbs, and hemiplegia.

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