Shou Nian San
Star手拈散 (Pinch Powder)
Source: Qi Xiao Liang Fang (1481)
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Shou Nian San (Pinch Powder), from the Qi Xiao Liang Fang (Fine Formulas with Miraculous Results) — a variation of Shi Xiao San.
Actions: Activates blood circulation; Removes blood stagnation; Activates qi circulation; Relieves pain.
Composition: No individual doses printed; source text uses equal amounts of all ingredients.
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 913.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Yan Hu Suo
as printed: Yan Hu Suo (Rhizoma Corydalis)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Wu Ling Zhi
as printed: Wu Ling Zhi (Faeces Trogopteri)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Cao Guo
as printed: Cao Guo (Fructus Tsaoko)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Mo Yao
as printed: Mo Yao (Myrrha)
|
g | — | — |
Preparation
Source text: grind equal amounts to powder; take 6g per dose with boiled water.
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