bubble_chart Efficacy

Resuscitation with aromatics, moving qi to relieve pain. Used for the syndrome/pattern of internal obstruction by cold evil, manifested as sudden fainting, clenched teeth, unconsciousness, or cold and oppressive sensation in the chest and abdomen with a desire to vomit but inability to do so. This formula can be used to treat conditions such as cerebrovascular accidents, hysterical unconsciousness, syncope due to sudden mental stimulation, epilepsy, and brain concussion (syncope phase) that present with internal obstruction by cold evil.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

The formula contains Storax, musk, borneol, and benzoin as the main components for resuscitation with aromatics. It is combined with slender dutchman's pipe root, white sandalwood, Aquilaria, Clove, Cyperus, and frankincense to regulate qi and relieve depression, as well as disperse cold and transform turbidity. Long pepper is used in combination with the above herbs to enhance its effects of dispersing cold, relieving pain, and opening depression. Rhinoceros Horn clears the heart and removes toxins. Cinnabar calms the heart and soothes the mind. White Atractylodes Rhizome dries dampness, strengthens the spleen, and transforms turbidity. Chebula Fruit astringes and restrains qi, and when combined with the aromatic herbs, it prevents the excessive pungent and aromatic properties from dissipating healthy qi.