Zhu Sha (Cinnabar)
Latin Name: Cinnabaris
Properties: sweet, cool, toxic
Actions: calms mind, relieves palpitations, clears heat, removes toxins
Medical Indications: anxiety, restlessness, palpitations, insomnia, sores, carbuncles, mout or nose ulcers, sore throat, snake bites
Contraindications: not to be used during pregnancy, not to be used long-term, do not overdose
Dosage: 0.1 to 0.5 grams