Da Xian Xiong Tang
Major Sinking Into the Chest Decoction
- Category
- Formulas that Drain Downward
- Subcategory
- Formulas that Purge Heat Accumulation
- Ingredients
- 3 herbs
Ingredients
3 substances in Da Xian Xiong Tang — each links to its full herb monograph.
Preparation & dosage
Decoction. Da Huang is cooked separately, and Mang Xiao is dissolved in the strained decoction. Ingest warm with powdered Gan Sui.
Safety — read before use
Due to the toxicity and strong downward movement of this formula, it should only be taken in acute cases. Stop administration of this formula as soon as results are obtained, and use no more than a few doses
Originally Appeared In:
- On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)
Sources & References
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