朱砂

Zhu Sha

Name

Zhu Sha (Cinnabaris)

Property

Sweet, cold, toxic; heart meridian entered.

Actions

Induce sedation and tranquilization, clear heat and relieve toxicity.

Indications

Unsteadiness of heart mind, insomnia, palpitation; convulsions, epilepsy; sores and ulcers, sore throat, sores on the oral mucosa.

Dosage and administration

Used in powder or pills, 0.1~0.5 g.

Cations

Prohibited for overdose and taking for a long period of time. Prohibited for calcined.