Objective: To study the processing history of Semen Myristicae and the original processing purpose, conclude the experiences attained from both processing activities and clinical practices, and to provide useful references for modernization research of Semen Myristicae. 目的研究肉豆蔻的炮制方法的历史沿革变化轨迹及前人的炮制意图,总结前人的炮制经验和临床体会,为开展肉豆蔻的炮制规范化研究提供有益的借鉴。