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Li Zhuan, courtesy name Qinzhong, was from Fuzi, Zitong. He was proficient in the Five Classics and the works of the Hundred Schools of Thought, with comprehensive knowledge. He had a broad interest in medical prescriptions. He served as Shuzi (Attendant Gentleman), later promoted to Puye (Vice Director of the Palace) and Zhongsan Dafu (Grand Master of Leisure). He eventually died while in office. (From *Shu Zhi*)

Li Ziyu was a person of the Jin Dynasty, his commandery of origin is unknown. In his youth, he excelled in medicine and was reputed to possess spiritual insight at the time. When Xu Yong held the post of Inspector of Yuzhou, his younger brother suffered from hard and painful abdominal distress for over ten years, nearly dying. Suddenly one night, a voice from behind the screen, speaking as a ghost, said to the ghost in the abdomen: "Why do you not hasten to kill him? Otherwise, tomorrow Li Ziyu will pass by here and strike you dead with a red pill; you will surely die." The ghost in the abdomen replied: "I am not afraid of him." Thus, Xu Yong sent someone to observe Li Ziyu. Li Ziyu indeed arrived. Before entering the door, the patient himself heard groaning sounds from within his abdomen. When Li Ziyu entered and examined him, he said: "This is a disease caused by ghosts." He then took out the Eight Poisons Red Pill (Badu Chi Wan) from his medicine box and administered it to the patient. Soon after, rumbling noises were heard in the abdomen, followed by several bouts of severe diarrhea, after which the illness subsided. This is the origin of the current prescription for the Eight Poisons Pill. (From *Xu Soushen Ji*)

Zhang Miao, whose commandery of origin is unknown, had a strong fondness for medical arts. He was skilled in diagnosis through observation and pulse-taking, and was highly regarded by his contemporaries. (From *Jin Shu*)

Wang Shuhe was from Gaoping. He had a broad interest in classical medical prescriptions, specializing particularly in diagnosis. He had profound understanding of health preservation and deeply comprehended the origins of diseases. He collected and synthesized various theories, compiling them into ten volumes of *Mai Jing* (Pulse Classic). Arranging the chapters according to the formula discussions of Zhang Zhongjing, he compiled thirty-six volumes, which became widely circulated. (From Zhang Zhan's *Yangsheng Fang*)

Zhao Quan, of unknown origin, loved medical prescriptions and tirelessly saved others. He was skilled in treating various ailments, especially malaria, earning admiration and praise from his contemporaries. (From *Jin Shu*)

Ge Hong, courtesy name Zhichuan, was from Jurong, Danyang. He extensively read numerous books, including histories and the writings of the Hundred Schools, down to short miscellaneous essays, accumulating nearly ten thousand volumes. He styled himself Baopuzi (Master Who Embraces Simplicity). He was adept at methods of nurturing life and clear on methods of rescue. He compiled three volumes of effective medicinal formulas titled *Jingxiao Zhuyao Fang*, commonly known as *Zhouhou Beiji Fang* (Handbook of Prescriptions for Emergencies). (From *Jin Zhongxing Shu*)

Huangfu Mi, courtesy name Shi'an, childhood name Jing, was from Chaoyang Commandery, Anding. He was quiet and desirous of little, initially harboring lofty aspirations and dedicating himself to writing. Later, he contracted Fengbi (Wind-Bi syndrome/Arthralgia), which led him to study medicine. He studied medical classics without ceasing, mastering their subtleties.

Pei Xiu, courtesy name Yizhi, was from Hedong. He possessed extensive learning and was skilled in medical classics. His diagnoses were clear and lucid, and he had profound expertise in herbal medicines. He was highly esteemed at the time, with famous physicians and scholars all admiring him. He attained the official rank of Zuopuye of the Department of State Affairs (Shangshu Zuopuye). (All from *Jin Shu*)