Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang
Inula and Hematite Decoction
- Category
- Formulas that Regulate the Qi
- Subcategory
- Formulas that Direct Rebellious Qi Downward
- Ingredients
- 7 herbs
Ingredients
7 substances in Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang — each links to its full herb monograph.
Ban Xia9 gWarm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold
Da Zao4 piecesTonify Qi
Dai Zhe Shi9-15 gAnchor, Settle, and Calm the Spirit
Ren Shen6 gTonify Qi
Sheng Jiang6 gWarm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior
Xuan Fu Hua9 gWarm Herbs that Transform Phlegm-Cold
Zhi Gan Cao3 gTonify QiPreparation & dosage
Decoction. Double or triple the dosage of Dang Shen is often substituted for Ren Shen.
Originally Appeared In:
- On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)
Sources & References
Compiled and edited by Thomas Dehli, Founder & Editor, Sacred Lotus
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