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Ci Zhu Wan (磁朱丸) heavily settles the spirit, anchors the yang and benefits the eyes and ears; for a restless spirit with palpitations, insomnia and blurred vision or tinnitus. (Cinnabar is now restricted/substituted.)
English Name
Magnetite and Cinnabar Pill
Classical Source
Bei Ji Qian Jin Yao Fang, 652
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Heavily settles the spirit and anchors the yang
- Benefits the eyes and ears (brightens vision, reduces tinnitus)
Indications
Ascendant yang with a restless spirit: palpitations, anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and blurred vision, tinnitus or deafness.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red. Pulse: wiry or rapid.
Modifications
Modern versions replace cinnabar with other settling herbs.
Cautions & Contraindications
Zhu Sha (cinnabar) is toxic and restricted - use a cinnabar-free version; heavy minerals are hard to digest, so use briefly.
