Xiao Xian Xiong Tang (Minor Sinking Into the Chest Decoction)
Formula 5 of 15 in Formulas that Treat Phlegm
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Sub-Category:
- Formulas that Dry Dampness and Expel Phlegm
Possible Tongue Appearance:
- Yellow greasy tongue coat
Possible Pulse Patterns:
- Slippery floating pulse
- Slippery rapid pulse
Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:
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Preparation Notes:
- Decoction.
Originally Appeared In:
- On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)
Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:
- Lungs, Large Intestine, Stomach, Heart, Liver, Spleen
There are 3 Substances in this Chinese Medicne
Gua Lou (Trichosanthes Fruit)Quantity = 24-30 grams (crushed)
Channels:
LI, LU, ST
Properties:
Sweet, Cold
Latin:
Fructus Trichosanthis Kirlowii
Chinese:
栝楼
Tone Marks:
guā lóu
Quantity = 3 grams
Channels:
HT, LI, LIV, ST
Properties:
Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Rhizoma Coptidis
Chinese:
黄连
Tone Marks:
huáng lián
Translation:
Yellow Links
Quantity = 9-12 grams (Ginger fried)
Photo Note:
Sheng Ban Xia Shown
Channels:
LU, SP, ST
Properties:
Spicy, Warm, Toxic
Latin:
Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae
Chinese:
半夏
Tone Marks:
bàn xià
Translation:
Half Summer
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