Coptis 4.5 gm (washed with wine), Cinnabar 3 gm (water-processed), Wine-processed Rehmannia Root, Wine-processed Chinese Angelica Root, Roasted Licorice Root, each 1.5 gm.

bubble_chart Preparation and Dosage

Except for the cinnabar, which is water-processed, grind the remaining four ingredients into a fine powder, mix them evenly, soak them in a decoction, and make pills the size of millet grains using steamed bread. Take 15 pills each time, swallowed with saliva after meals.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Setting heart and calming mind, clearing heat and nourishing blood.

bubble_chart Indications

The mind is restless and troubled, with severe palpitations, a nauseous feeling, chaotic and hot middle qi in the chest, resembling a state of distress, accompanied by insomnia and dreamfulness. It is currently used for insomnia, forgetfulness, and palpitations in neurasthenia, as well as for mental confusion in depression, particularly in cases where heart fire is predominant.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

In the formula, Cinnabar tranquilizes the mind with heavy sedatives, and Coptis Rhizome resolves depression and discharges heat, serving as the sovereign. Chinese Angelica and Unprocessed Rehmannia Root nourish blood and enrich yin, acting as the ministers. Liquorice Root harmonizes all the ingredients, serving as the envoy. When combined, these herbs work together to achieve the effects of clearing the heart and tranquilizing the spirit, as well as nourishing yin and blood.