贝母止嗽生津,专治胸膈稠痰,能降心中逆气。巴戟天补髓填精。忍冬草散肿消痈。牛
膝益阴壮阳,填骨髓,除腰膝酸疼。善理一身虚羸,能助十二经脉。黄精除风湿,壮元阳,
健脾胃,润心肺,旋服年久,方获奇功。羌活散肌表八风之邪,利周身百节之痛。五加皮去
女子阴痒难当,扶丈夫阳痿不举。多年瘀血能逐,小便遗沥可止。三棱专破血中滞气,立消
症瘕积聚。虚人慎用,恐损真气。麻子仁治风秘,润肠要药。海金沙利小水,不伐真阴。山
慈菇消痈疽无名疔肿,散瘾疹诸般恶疮。茯苓淡能利窍通便,不走精气。为除湿行水之要药,
乃养神益智之佳品。枇杷叶治热嗽无休,利肺脏逆气。淫羊藿治男子绝阳不兴,疗女子绝阴
不产。紫葳花主崩中症瘕血闭,治寒热羸瘦养胎,产后一切诸疾,为血气痛之要药也。瓜蒂
豁痰吐涎,亦能搐鼻。琥珀通淋活血,少加桂以引经。辰砂极能镇心,研末入药调服。龙骨
涩精,止泻敛汗,又能长肉生肌。大腹皮消水肿,利腹胀,黑豆煎汁浸洗。全蝎疗风疳,最
能解毒。山楂消食醒脾,又行滞气,小儿多用无妨。小麦止汗养心,须配红枣为良。猪苓利
水行湿,多服恐伐肾气。龟板补阴弱,而退阴火煎熬。坚筋骨,更疗妇人血崩。鳖甲补真阴,
而虚劳可复。凉骨蒸,而疟母能痊。破症瘕消痈肿,须用醋煮。玄参逐热消斑,散痰核痈肿,
疗寒热往来。驱无名之火邪,清喉中之疼痛。莲肉醒脾,又能清心,滚水泡去皮心。茯神宁
神定志,又止惊悸虚劳。天麻治小儿风疳惊悸,疗大人风热头痛。草豆蔻治胃脘疼痛,止霍
乱吐逆。枸杞子能补气,去风明目。益元阳,补精治虚。酸枣仁宁心志,益肝补中。敛虚汗,
除烦止渴。若睡卧不宁者多用,实则生研,虚则炒用。郁李仁安心志,而惊悸能定。舒气结,
而阳脏和调。柏子仁养心脾,又安神明目。何首乌黑发须,又除风绝疟。侧柏叶治热通淋,
大益脾土,又止血崩。必须捣汁煎药,随月建方取用,蜜水蒸过阴干。大枫子、苍耳子,风
家要药。蛇床子、木鳖子,扫疥莫缺。轻粉治疮疥,又能长肉生肌。枯矾燥湿以去虫,外科
用之护心。童便补阴,利膀胱之郁热,通血脉以归阴分。炒壁土止吐泻,乃借土气以回胃气。
铁锈水开结如神,取其性重易以堕下。韭汁止吐衄,单服有功。皂荚开结闭,亦豁风痰。竹
沥化痰,非姜汁不能行经。蕤仁除 烂于双睛,逐风淫在四肢。鼠粘子治喉痛,而散热邪,
消瘾疹而主风湿。通草泻小肠火郁不散,利膀胱水闭不行。牛黄止口噤癫狂,安魂定魄。主
惊痫寒热,而神志清宁。菟丝子益阴虚,而除精气之走泄。健肌肤,坚强筋骨之酸疼。破故
纸治腰膝酸疼神效,填骨髓精滑无二。虎骨治胎损,又坚筋骨。阿魏主尸注,又消肉积。棕
榈灰治妇人之血崩。人牙救痘疮之倒靥。
以上共五十九味
贝母能止住咳嗽并滋生津液,专门治疗胸膈部位黏稠的痰液,能够降下心中上逆的气机。巴戟天可以填补骨髓、充实精气。忍冬草(金银花)能消散肿毒、消除痈疽。牛膝有益阴壮阳之效,填充骨髓,去除腰部和膝盖的酸痛。善于调理全身虚弱的羸瘦状态,能够辅助十二经脉运行。黄精能祛除风湿,壮大元阳,强健脾胃,滋润心肺,连续服用日久,方能获得神奇功效。羌活能发散肌表受八风侵袭的邪气,疏通周身关节的疼痛。五加皮能去除女子外阴瘙痒难耐的症状,扶助男子阳痿不举的病症;能驱逐多年的瘀血,止住小便淋漓不尽。三棱专门破除血中的滞气,立即消除症瘕积聚(腹内结块)。体虚之人需慎用,恐怕损伤真气。火麻仁治疗风秘(因风邪引起的便秘),是润肠通便的要药。海金沙通利小便,但不伤伐真阴。山慈菇能消除痈疽及无名疔肿,散除瘾疹等各种恶疮。茯苓味道淡,能通利窍道、通便,且不耗散精气。它是除湿行水的要药,也是养神益智的佳品。枇杷叶治疗热咳不止,通利肺脏上逆之气。淫羊藿治疗男子阳气衰竭不能勃起,疗治女子阴气衰竭不能受孕。紫葳花(凌霄花)主治崩中漏下、症瘕血闭,治疗寒热往来、身体羸瘦以安胎,以及产后各种疾病,是治疗血气疼痛的要药。瓜蒂能涌吐痰涎,也能用于搐鼻取嚏。琥珀能通淋活血,少量加入桂枝可引导药力到达经络。辰砂(朱砂)极能镇心安神,研成粉末入药调服。龙骨能涩精止遗,止泻敛汗,又能促进肌肉生长。大腹皮能消除水肿,利除腹胀,可用黑豆煎汁浸泡后使用。全蝎治疗风疳,最能解毒。山楂能消食醒脾,又行滞气,小儿多用也无妨。小麦能止汗养心,须配伍红枣效果良好。猪苓利水渗湿,多服恐怕会伤伐肾气。龟板能补阴弱,退除阴火煎熬。坚固筋骨,更疗治妇人血崩。鳖甲能补益真阴,使虚劳得以恢复。清退骨蒸潮热,使疟母(疟疾形成的痞块)痊愈。破除症瘕、消除痈肿,必须用醋煮制。玄参能驱逐热邪、消除斑疹,散除痰核痈肿,治疗寒热往来。驱除无名的火邪,清解喉咙中的疼痛。莲子肉能醒脾,又能清心,需用滚水泡去皮和芯。茯神能宁神定志,又能止惊悸和虚劳。天麻治疗小儿风疳惊悸,疗治大人风热头痛。草豆蔻治疗胃脘疼痛,止住霍乱吐逆。枸杞子能补气,祛风明目。益补元阳,补充精气治疗虚损。酸枣仁能宁心安神,益肝补中。收敛虚汗,除烦止渴。如果睡眠不安者应多用,实证则生研使用,虚证则炒制使用。郁李仁能安心志,使惊悸得以安定。舒展气结,使阳脏调和。柏子仁能养心脾,又安神明目。何首乌能使头发胡须变黑,又能祛风截疟。侧柏叶治疗热淋,大益脾土,又能止血崩。必须捣汁煎药,随月份变化处方取用,用蜜水蒸过后阴干。大枫子、苍耳子是治疗风病的要药。蛇床子、木鳖子是扫疥癣不可缺少的药物。轻粉治疗疮疥,又能长肉生肌。枯矾燥湿去虫,外科使用它来护心。童便(童子尿)能补阴,利膀胱郁热,通血脉以归入阴分。炒壁土能止吐泻,是借土气来恢复胃气。铁锈水开通结滞如神,取其性重易以下坠的特性。韭菜汁能止吐血衄血,单服有效。皂荚能开通结闭,也能豁出风痰。竹沥化痰,非姜汁不能引导药力通行经络。蕤仁能消除双眼腐烂,驱逐四肢的风邪。鼠粘子(牛蒡子)治疗喉痛,散热邪,消瘾疹而主理风湿。通草能泻小肠火郁不散,利膀胱水闭不行。牛黄能止口噤癫狂,安魂定魄。主治惊痫寒热,使神志清宁。菟丝子能益阴虚,除精气走泄。健肌肤,坚强筋骨酸痛。破故纸(补骨脂)治疗腰膝酸痛神效,填骨髓精滑无二。虎骨治疗胎损,又坚固筋骨。阿魏主治尸注(一种慢性消耗性疾病),又消肉积。棕榈灰治疗妇人的血崩。人牙救痘疮倒靥(痘疮塌陷不起)。以上共五十九味药。
Fritillariae Bulbus (Beimu) stops coughing and generates fluids; it specifically treats thick phlegm in the chest and diaphragm, and can descend rebellious Qi from the heart. Morinda officinalis Radix (Bajitian) tonifies marrow and fills essence. Lonicerae Japonicae Caulis (Rendongcao) dissipates swelling and eliminates carbuncles. Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix (Niuxi) benefits Yin and strengthens Yang, fills bone marrow, and removes soreness and pain in the waist and knees. It excels at managing general emaciation due to deficiency and assists the twelve meridians. Polygonati Rhizoma (Huangjing) dispels wind-dampness, strengthens primal Yang, fortifies the spleen and stomach, and moistens the lungs and heart; only with prolonged administration can miraculous effects be achieved. Notopterygii Rhizoma et Radix (Qianghuo) disperses pathogenic factors of the "Eight Winds" on the muscle surface and relieves pain in all joints of the body. Acanthopanacis Senticosi Cortex (Wujiaopi) removes unbearable pruritus vulvae in women and supports impotence in men; it can expel old blood stasis and stop dribbling urination. Bupleuri Radix (Sanleng) specifically breaks stagnant Qi in the blood, immediately eliminating mass formations (Zhengjia). It should be used with caution in deficient persons, as it may damage true Qi. Cannabis Fructus (Huomaren) treats constipation due to wind and is a key herb for moistening the intestines. Semen Descurainiae (Haijinsha) promotes urination without damaging true Yin. Rhizoma Smilacis Glabrae (Shancigu) eliminates carbuncles, sores, unnamed ding swellings, and dissipates various malignant ulcers such as urticaria. Poria (Fuling), being bland, opens orifices and promotes bowel movement without depleting Jing-Qi. It is an essential herb for removing dampness and promoting water metabolism, and a fine product for nourishing the spirit and enhancing intelligence. Loquat Leaf (Pipaye) treats incessant heat cough and unblocks rebellious Qi in the lungs. Epimedii Folium (Yinyanghuo) treats male impotence due to absolute Yang failure and female infertility due to absolute Yin failure. Royal Fern Flower (Ziwei) primarily treats metrorrhagia, Zheng masses, and blood obstruction; it treats alternating chills and fever, emaciation, nourishes the fetus, and addresses all postpartum diseases, serving as a key herb for blood and Qi pain. Melonis Fructus (Gua Di) induces vomiting of phlegm and saliva, and can also be used for nasal insufflation. Succinum Fossile (Hupo) promotes urination and invigorates blood; adding a small amount of Cinnamomi Ramulus (Guizhi) guides the action along the meridians. Cinnabar (Chensha) strongly calms the heart; it should be ground into powder and taken mixed with medicine. Os Draconis (Longgu) secures essence, stops diarrhea, and consolidates sweating; it also promotes flesh regeneration. Arecae Pericarpium (Dafupi) reduces edema and relieves abdominal distension, often soaked in decoction of Phaseoli Vulgaris Var. Nigri Semen (Heidou). Scorpio (Quanxie) treats wind-related malnutrition and is most effective in detoxification. Crataegi Fructus (Shanzha) aids digestion, awakens the spleen, and moves stagnant Qi; it is safe even if frequently used by children. Tritici Semen (Xiaomai) stops sweating and nourishes the heart; it works best when combined with Ziziphi Jujubae Fructus (Hongzao). Polyporus (Zhuling) promotes water metabolism and resolves dampness; excessive use may damage Kidney Qi. Testudinis Carapax et Plastrum (Guiban) tonifies weak Yin and clears deficiency fire. It strengthens bones and tendons, and further treats uterine bleeding in women. Chelonis Carapax (Biejia) tonifies true Yin, allowing recovery from consumptive disease. It clears bone-steaming heat and cures malaria splenomegaly (Nuomu). To break Zheng masses and eliminate carbuncles, it must be boiled in vinegar. Scrophulariae Radix (Xuanshen) expels heat, eliminates macules, dissipates phlegm nodules and carbuncles, and treats alternating chills and fever. It drives away nameless fire pathogens and clears throat pain. Lotus Seed (Lianrou) awakens the spleen and clears the heart; peel and core should be removed after soaking in boiling water. Poria cum Radice Xylodi (Fushen) calms the spirit and stabilizes will, stopping palpitations and consumptive fatigue. Gastrodiae Rhizoma (Tianma) treats pediatric wind malnutrition and palpitations, and adult wind-heat headache. Cardamomi Fructus (Caodoukou) treats epigastric pain and stops cholera-like vomiting and regurgitation. Lycii Fructus (Gouqizi) tonifies Qi, dispels wind, and brightens the eyes. It benefits primal Yang, tonifies essence, and treats deficiency. Ziziphi Spinosae Semen (Suanzaoren) calms the mind, benefits the liver, and tonifies the center. It consolidates deficiency sweat, relieves irritability, and quenches thirst. For those with restless sleep, use more; for excess patterns, use raw and ground; for deficiency patterns, use stir-fried. Pruni Semen (Yuliren) calms the mind and settles palpitations. It resolves Qi stagnation and harmonizes Yang organs. Plagiotrichi Semen (Baiziren) nourishes the heart and spleen, calms the spirit, and brightens the eyes. Polygoni Multiflori Radix (Heshouwu) darkens hair and beard, and dispels wind to arrest malaria. Platycladi Cacumen (Cebaiye) treats heat strangury, greatly benefits the Spleen Earth, and stops uterine bleeding. It must be crushed for juice and decocted; usage varies by lunar month, steamed with honey water, and dried in shade. Semen Carpesii (Dafengzi) and Xanthii Fructus (Cangerzi) are key herbs for wind disorders. Cnidii Fructus (Shechuangzi) and Momordicae Semen (Mubiezi) are indispensable for treating scabies. Calomelas (Qingfen) treats sores and scabies, and promotes flesh regeneration. Alumen Exsiccatum (Kufan) dries dampness and expels parasites; it is used in external surgery to protect the heart. Urpuer (Tongbian) tonifies Yin, promotes bladder郁热 (stagnant heat), and unites blood vessels to return to the Yin aspect. Calcined wall soil (Chaobituzhi) stops vomiting and diarrhea, borrowing the Qi of earth to restore Stomach Qi. Ferrugo (Tiexiu Shui) resolves stagnation miraculously, utilizing its heavy nature to facilitate downward movement. Allii Tuberosi Juice (Jiu Zhi) stops hematemesis and epistaxis; single administration is effective. Sinapis Albae Semen (Zaojia) opens blockages and expels wind-phlegm. Bambusae Succus (Zhuli) transforms phlegm; without Zingiberis Recensis Rhizoma (Jiangzhi), it cannot guide the action through the meridians. Prunus Mume Semen (Ruiren) eliminates eye rot and expels wind pathogens in the limbs. Arctii Fructus (Niuzi) treats sore throat, dissipates heat pathogens, eliminates urticaria, and governs wind-dampness. Tectonae Herba (Tongcao) drains stagnant fire in the Small Intestine and promotes urination when Bladder water is obstructed. Bovis Calculus (Niuhuang) stops trismus and mania, calms the soul and stabilizes the spirit. It governs convulsions, epilepsy, chills, and fever, clearing the mind and spirit. Cuscutae Semen (Tusizi) benefits Yin deficiency and prevents leakage of essence and Qi. It strengthens muscles and bones and alleviates soreness. Psoraleae Fructus (Poguzhi) is highly effective for waist and knee soreness, filling bone marrow and stopping seminal emission. Os Tigris (Hugu) treats fetal loss and strengthens bones and tendons. Ferulae Resina (awei) treats corpse-infection (Shizhu) and dissolves meat accumulation. Palm Frond Ash (Zonglu Hui) treats uterine bleeding in women. Human Tooth (Renya) rescues inverted acne scars.
The above lists fifty-nine herbs in total.