Yi Jin Dan,From *Shenghui*, Volume 95.,It treats wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.
Yi Jin Dan
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Formulas Name : Yi Jin Dan
Chinese Name : 倚金丹
Drug Formulation
3 liang of cinnabar, 3 liang of mercury, and 1 jin of yellow lead oxide.
Source
From *Shenghui*, Volume 95.
Processing
Grind the above ingredients together until all traces of mercury are gone. Place the mixture in a porcelain jar, cover the opening, and seal it according to standard procedure. Initially, heat gently over a low flame; once the heat is thoroughly distributed, increase the heat to 10 jin and continue until the mixture turns completely red. After half a day, the medicine is ready.Once cooled, open the jar and remove the mixture; the surface should be white, while the interior should be purplish-gold with a brilliant luster. Grind it into a fine powder, spread it on paper laid on the ground, cover it with a basin, and allow the fire toxins to dissipate for one day. Then, form it into pills the size of mung beans using millet rice.
Benefits
It treats wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.
Instructions for Use
Take 3 pills per dose on an empty stomach, washed down with warm water.
Note
Avoid sheep’s blood.
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Yi Jin Dan,It treats wind-induced epilepsy, heart pain caused by evil spirits, malignant sores, reactions to mineral medicines, diabetes with a yellowish complexion, palpitations, facial paralysis, and red or white vaginal discharge.