Differentiation of Three Formulas for Damp-Heat Syndrome

Differentiation of Three Formulas for Damp-Heat Syndrome

The formulas Ma Huang Lian Qiao Chi Xiao Dou Tang (麻黄连轺赤小豆汤), Yin Chen Hao Tang (茵陈蒿汤), and Zhi Zi Bai Pi Tang (栀子檗皮汤) are all used to treat damp-heat, but differentiation of the formulas must be approached from the perspective of the six meridians, the focus of the pathogenesis, and the characteristics of the symptoms. … Read more

When Treating Exterior-Interior Combined Syndromes, Prioritize This Heat-Clearing Herb

When Treating Exterior-Interior Combined Syndromes, Prioritize This Heat-Clearing Herb

Series Name: Detailed Explanation of the 398 Articles and 113 Formulas of Shang Han Lun Single Section Name: Da Qing Long Tang (Major Blue Dragon Decoction) In the case of exterior-interior combined syndromes, heat-clearing herbs should primarily use Sheng Shi Gao (Gypsum) paired with Ma Huang (Ephedra), rather than Huang Qin (Scutellaria) or Huang Lian … Read more

33 Pairs of Complementary and Contradictory Chinese Medicinal Herbs

33 Pairs of Complementary and Contradictory Chinese Medicinal Herbs

(1) Complementary Properties of Herbs Mulberry Root Bark (Sang Bai Pi), Scutellaria (Huang Qin), and Reed Root (Lu Gen) Mulberry Root Bark clears lung heat and relieves cough, promotes urination and reduces swelling; Scutellaria clears heat, dries dampness, drains fire, detoxifies, stops bleeding, and stabilizes pregnancy; Reed Root clears heat, drains fire, generates fluids, alleviates … Read more

The Most Comprehensive Remedies for Difficult Diseases from the “Jin Gui Yao Lue”

The Most Comprehensive Remedies for Difficult Diseases from the "Jin Gui Yao Lue"

1. Comprehensive Treatment for Bone Diseases Rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, shoulder periarthritis, cervical spondylosis, bone hyperplasia, numbness in limbs, muscle atrophy, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, herniated disc, low back pain, and all orthopedic diseases. Ingredients: 10g Ma Huang (Ephedra), 10g Ai Ye (Mugwort), 15g Wu Shao She (Black Snake), 15g Qi She (Qing … Read more

Essential Formulas from the Golden Chamber

Essential Formulas from the Golden Chamber

1. Guo Lou Gui Zhi Tang (Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Decoction) For Taiyang syndrome with a deep and slow pulse, when the body feels like it is about to convulse, use three to five pieces of Guo Lou (Trichosanthes root), ginger, cinnamon, and Shao Yao (Peony), with two pieces of Gan Cao (Licorice) and twelve dates. … Read more

Familiarity with the Formulas of the Golden Chamber

Familiarity with the Formulas of the Golden Chamber

Inheriting the fire of Qi Huang, a public account with substance and warmth. Ai Yu Xiang Tang 1. Guo Lou Gui Zhi Tang (Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Decoction) – For Taiyang syndrome with a deep and slow pulse, when the body feels spasmodic, use three liang of guo lou (Trichosanthes root), ginger, gui (cinnamon), and sha … Read more

Summary of Formulas from the Golden Chamber

Summary of Formulas from the Golden Chamber

1 Guo Lou Gui Zhi Tang (Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Decoction) 6 Guo Lou Gen (Trichosanthes Root) 2 liang, Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig) 3 liang, Shao Yao (Peony) 3 liang, Gan Cao (Licorice) 2 liang, Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger) 3 liang, Da Zao (Jujube) 12 pieces 2 Ge Gen Tang (Kudzu Decoction) 7 Ge Gen (Kudzu … Read more

Summary of Medicinal Treatments for Bi Syndrome in the ‘Jin Kui Yao Lue’

Summary of Medicinal Treatments for Bi Syndrome in the 'Jin Kui Yao Lue'

Overview of Bi Syndrome Bi syndrome is a disease caused by the obstruction of meridians by pathogenic factors such as wind, cold, dampness, and heat, affecting the circulation of Qi and blood, leading to symptoms such as pain, heaviness, soreness, numbness in the limbs, joints, and muscles, or difficulty in flexing and extending joints, stiffness, … Read more

Shang Han Lun: All Six Diseases Have Wind, Each with Its Own Exterior Medicine

Shang Han Lun: All Six Diseases Have Wind, Each with Its Own Exterior Medicine

All six diseases have wind, each with its own exterior medicine.For Taiyang disease, the primary exterior medicine is Ma Huang (Ephedra).For Yangming disease, the primary exterior medicine is Shi Gao (Gypsum).For Shaoyang disease, the primary exterior medicine is Chai Hu (Bupleurum).For Shaoyin disease, the primary exterior medicine is Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig).For Jueyin disease, the … Read more

This Ancient Formula Warms Yang and Harmonizes the Body’s Vital Energy

This Ancient Formula Warms Yang and Harmonizes the Body's Vital Energy

Winter has arrived, and we often talk about how to avoid the cold.Many friends know that those who are not afraid of the cold in winter generally have sufficient Yang energy, or in other words, their Yang energy is well-regulated.From the perspective of TCM health preservation, although we often speak of the harmony of Yin … Read more