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Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang PATTERN
Blood stagnation + heat accumulation in the lower jiao
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang KINGS
Tao Ren + da Huang
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang function
Invigorate blood + drain heat
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ yellow coating
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang symptoms
Lower abdominal pain, constipation, amenorrhea, yang-type manic Shen issues
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang ingredients
Tao Ren, da Huang, gui Zhi, mang xiao, Zhi Gan Cao
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang pattern
Xue stag. + LIV Qi stag
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang kings
Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang actions
Move blood, move Qi, stop pain, spread Liv Qi and unblock channels
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang symptoms
Liv Qi: rib/chest pain and heaviness, headache in fixed spot getting worse, stress/emotionality, palpitations, insomnia, chronic hiccups
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang ingredients
Tao hong Si wu tang (Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong, dang Gui, chi Shao, sheng di Huang) + si Ni san (chai Hu, Zhi Ke, chi Shao, Gan Cao) + guiding (Jie Geng and Niu Xi)
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/body, dusky/purple on the sides/lips, maybe purple complexion/sclera
Shi xiao san pattern
Liv channel blood stagnation, usually combined with other formulas for pain
Shi xiao san ingredients
Wu ling Zhi: best herb to move blood, stop pain, vertex headache and amenorrhea
Shi xiao san symptoms
Vertex headache (combine with xiao chai Hu tang), menstrual cramps (lateral sides)
Shi xiao san tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/patches, dusky/dull
Shi xiao san actions
Move blood, unblock liver channel
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang pattern
Blood stagnation+wind-damp
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang symptoms
Joint pain, arthritis, wind moving around+damp sweating, old injuries, traumatic inflammation with sweating
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots w/ greasy coat (probably white)
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang pattern
Painful traumatic injury blocking liver channel; LIV/GB channel blood stagnation
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang symptoms
Broken hip/ribs, trauma to side of body
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang kings
Da Huang, chai Hu
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots, yellow coat (not greasy)
Bu Yang huan wu tang pattern
Qi Xu + Xue stag --> STROKE
Bu Yang huan wu tang symptoms
Stroke, paralysis, dementia, Alzheimer's, anti-aging (age spots and low energy), poor circulation
Bu Yang huan wu tang king
Huang Qi (120 g)
Bu Yang huan wu tang Actions
Tonify Qi, move blood, unblock/guide to channels
Bu Yang huan wu tang tongue and pulse
T: pale (Qi Xu) w/ teeth marks, purple spots
Sheng Hua tang Pattern
Blood stagnation, Qi/Xue Xu, PAIN, COLD;
Sheng Hua tang King
Dang Gui
Sheng Hua tang indications
Bleeding after childbirth (3-5 days until fresh blood), fatigue, cold pain
Sheng Hua tang tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ purple spots
Dan Shen yin pattern and symptoms
Blood stag. in stomach: sharp fixed pain radiating upward
Dan Shen yin tongue and pulse
T: purple/patches near center of tongue
Wen Jing Tang pattern
Blood stagnation + COLD accumulation
Wen Jing Tang Kings
Wu Zhu Yu, Gui Zhi
Wen Jing Tang indications
Clotted menstrual blood, cramps (severe pain worse with cold), amenorrhea, long cycles, infertility, chronic sciatica, Shen: heat rising from stag causing insomnia, restlessness, damp accumulation from Xue stag blocking Qi
Wen Jing Tang actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Xue/yin, move blood, expel cold
Wen Jing Tang ingredients
Wu Zhu Yu
Wen Jing Tang tongue and pulse
T: dusky, purple, white or wet coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan pattern
Blood stagnation + phlegm/damp + Qi stagnation
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan indications
Fibroids, threatened miscarriage (dark spotting w/ clots) in women with fibroids
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan ingredients
Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ white greasy coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan actions
Move qi/blood, drain damp, clear heat, resolve phlegm
Huo luo xiao ling Dan pattern and actions
General blood stagnation: anti-aging and chronic pain
Huo luo xiao ling Dan ingredients
Dang gui
Qi Li San pattern
Topical/internal for bleeding and pain in acute emergencies, VeRY TOXIC
Qi Li San ingredients
Very toxic herbs + Hong Hua/Ru Xiang/Mo Yao + She Xiang/ Bing Pian to wake up body: Xue Jie, Zhu Sha, Er Cha
Shi Hui San pattern and indications
Topical/internal for bleeding with HEAT: cools blood to stop bleeding. Charred: Also works MEcHaNically to astringe bleeding.
Shi Hui San ingredients
10 charred substances to stop bleeding mechanically: da ji, xiao ji, ce bai Ye, bai Mao Gen, qian Cao Gen, zong Lu Pi, Shan Zhi zi, da Huang, Mu Dan Pi, he Ye
Si sheng wan Pattern And indications
Blood heat causing bleeding in upper jiao: fresh substances cool blood to stop bleeding...attacks root cause of bleeding rather than mechanically stopping.
Si sheng wan ingredients
Fresh: ce bai Ye, sheng di Huang, he Ye, ai Ye
Ke Xue Feng pattern and indications
Liv fire attacking lung: coughing blood
Ke Xue Feng ingredients and actions
Qing Dai: calm Liv, cool blood, stop bleeding, detox
Huai Hua san pattern and indications
Lower jiao damp heat toxin causing bleeding
Huai Hua san ingredients and function
Huai Hua: clear DH from intestine
Xiao ji yin zi Pattern and indications
Lower jiao blood heat: Blood in urine; HT fire-->SI
Xiao ji yin zi king
Xiao ji (King)
Huang tu tang pattern and indications
Qi/yang Xu-->chronic bleeding-->Xue/yin Xu
Huang tu tang king
Zao Xin tu: charred substance
Jiao ai tang pattern and indications
Deficiency bleeding + cold
Jiao ai tang ingredients and function
E jiao + ai Ye kings
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan pattern
HT-kid not communicating: kid yin Xu+ HT fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Indications
Shen disturbance+yin Xu+fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Cautions
Don't take long term, stop when it works
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Tongue and pulse
T: red, scanty coat, cracks, maybe teeth marks if Qi Xu
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Actions
Nourish yin/Xue, harmonize HT-KID, calm spirit
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan ingredients
Sheng di Huang: king: HT/KID nourish yin and blod, Xuan Shen helps with Qi level heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang pattern
Liv/HT Xue Xu + yin Xu heat/internal heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang indications
-insomnia, restlessness w/ anxiety
Suan Zao Ren Tang tongue and pulse
T: small (yin/xue xu), maybe cracks/red
Suan Zao Ren Tang actions
clear deficiency heat, nourish HT/LIV Xue, calm shen, move LIV Qi
Suan Zao Ren Tang ingredients
-Suan Zao Ren: KING 30-60g, sweet, sour, neutral, nourishes HT Yin/LIV blood to calm shen
Suan Zao Ren Tang cautions
loose stools
Ding Zhi Wan pattern and indications
HT Qi Xu-->HT-KID not communicating
Ding Zhi Wan actions and herbs
KINGS: Ren Shen + Fu Ling: Tonify Qi, calm shen, nourish KID
Ding Zhi Wan tongue
pale w/ white tongue coat
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang pattern and indications
KID Yin Xu/HT Fire--> HT-KID not commmunicating
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang actions and herbs
-Huang Lian/Huang Qin: clear HT fire
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang tongue and pulse
T: red, no coat or little
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang pattern
HT Qi/Yin damaged-->shen not secure
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang indications
-very emotional, unreasonable, screaming, yelling
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang tongue and pulse
T: Qi/Yin Xu-->color ok, teeth marks or cracks depending on which Xu predominant
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang herbs
-Fu Xiao Mai: KING, HT Qi/Yin, calm shen, astringe sweat, wheat contains B complex to maintain integrity of Vagus nerve
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan pattern and indications
HT Fire-->INSOMNIA
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: red tip/body
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan herbs and actions
-Zhu Sha KING
Ci Zhu Wan pattern and indications
Yang rising-->HT-KID not communicating
Ci Zhu Wan herbs and actions
-Ci Shi: astringe Yin, subdue Yang, HT/KID
Sheng Tie Luo Yin pattern and actions
PHLEGM FIRE attacking HT/LIV
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
HERBAL PROZAC
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang actions and king
Harmonizes Tai Yang, Shao Yang, and Yang Ming, Sedates and Calms Spirit
Yu Ping Feng San pattern
Deficient exterior, Wei Qi/LU Qi Xu, SP Qi Xu
Yu Ping Feng San indications
-"HERBAL FLU SHOT" screen against wind-invasion, DEFICIENCY ONLY
Yu Ping Feng San cautions
-CONTRA: thick coating, esp. red, yellow greasy (tonics boost inflammation, cause sore throat)
Yu Ping Feng San tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ white coat, teeth marks, flabby
Yu Ping Feng San Actions
Augment SP/LU Qi, Stabilize exterior, stop sweating
Yu Ping Feng San herbs
-Huang Qi: KING, tonify Wei/SP Qi, stabilizes exterior, increases progesterone
Mu Li San pattern and indications
HT Qi/Yin Xu-->chronic sweating
Mu Li San herbs and actions
Tonify Yin/Qi, Astringe Yin, Stop Sweating:
Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Yin Xu-->Blood Heat-->Toxic Heat-->FEVER
Dan Gui Liu Huang Tang herbs and actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Yin, clear blood heat, detoxify
Jiu Xian San pattern and indications
LU Qi/Yin Xu-->CHRONIC DRY COUGH
Jiu Xian San herbs and actions
Secure LU, stop coughing, augment Qi, nourish Yin
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang pattern and indications
SP Qi/Xue Xu (some KID Yang Xu)--> chronic diarrhea-->loss of Qi/nutrients
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang action and king
Warm MJ, Tonify MJ/Xue Xu, restrain leakage from intestines, stop diarrhea
Tao Hua Tang pattern and indications
SP Yang Xu-->bleeding, diarrhea, incontinence
Tao Hua Tang KINGS and actions
Warms middle, dispels cold, binds up bowels, *NOT TONIFYING, just stops dysentery
Si Shen Wan pattern
SP/KID Yang Xu-->COCK's CROW
Si Shen Wan indications
-urgent diarrhea before sunrise
Si Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ thin white wet coat, swollen
Si Shen Wan cautions
yellow greasy, red tongue
Si Shen Wan KING
Bu Gu Zhi: Pungent, HOT, KID-SP Yang tonic, stops diarrhea, strong immune booster, used for osteoperosis
Si Shen Wan herbs
-Bu Gu Zhi: KID/SP Yang tonic
Si Shen Wan actions
Warm and tonify SP/KID, binds up intestines, stops diarrhea, stops pain
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan pattern and indications
KID Xu-->can't control essence
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan KING and actions
Stabilize KID, astringe essence, and binds up semen
Sang Piao Xiao San pattern and indications
HT-KID not communicating-->essence leakage-->Qi/Xue Xu
Suo Quan Wan pattern and indications
KID Qi Xu-->diminished UB function
Suo Quan Wan KING
Yi Zhi Ren: Warm KID, helps grasp Qi
Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
Emotional event-->HT Yang Rising--> PANIC ATTACK
Shou Tai Wan pattern and indication
KID Xu-->THREATENED MISCARRIAGE
Gu Chong Tang pattern and indication
Qi Xu-->lost control of blood-->can't control essence/menses
Gu Chong Tang actions and herbs
Nourish Qi/Blood/Essence, Astringe Essence
Gu Jing Wan pattern
Yin Xu + Internal Heat-->irregular menstrual bleeding-->Xue Xu
Gu Jing Wan indications
-continuous menstruation (leads to Xue Xu)
Gu Jing Wan KINGS
Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan ingredients
-KINGS: Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan Actions
Enrich Yin, clear heat, stop bleeding, stabilize menses
Gu Jing Wan tongue and pulse
T: small (Xue Xu), red, cracked
Wan Dai Tang KINGS and actions
Bai Zhu, Shan Yao
Wan Dai Tang pattern
SP Qi Xu-->LIV attacking SP-->dampness in lower jiao
Xiao Feng San pattern
Blood Heat+Wind Heat/Damp-->RASH
Xiao Feng San indications
-RASH from allergies, sudden onset, BRIGHT red, maybe with yellow discharge (damp) or dry (heat)
Xiao Feng San KINGS
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui
Xiao Feng San ingredients
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui: KINGS expel wind, clear heat, stop itch
Xiao Feng San tongue and pulse
T: yellow or white coat
Xiao Feng San Actions
Expel Wind, Cool Blood, Clear Heat, Eliminate Damp
Xiao Feng San cautions
Deficiency rash triggered by cold: no redness or heat signs (use Gui Zhi Tang, Jin Gui Sheng Zhi San)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan pattern
Chronic Bi Syndrome: Wind/Cold/Damp blocking channels-->Qi/Xue stagnation-->Heat-->Phlegm
Xiao Huo Luo Dan indications
ARTHRITIS:
Xiao Huo Luo Dan KINGS
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: "herbal oxycontin," Pungent, Warm, sl. toxic
Xiao Huo Luo Dan ingredients
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: KINGS expel cold and stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan tongue and pulse
T: moist white coat (interior cold)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Actions
Expel wind, cold, and damp, transform and unbind phlegm, unblock channels, move blood, stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan cautions
Toxic: use 2 months max
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin pattern
LIV Yang rising + wind + fire [+MILD KID/LIV Xu]-->EXCESS FIRE *no emotional component yet
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin indications
*early stage EXCESS INTERNAL WIND
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin KINGS
-Tian Ma (Best for internal/external WIND)
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin tongue and pulse
T: red
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin ingredients
-Tian Ma, Gou Teng: KINGS
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin Actions
Calm LIV, extinguish wind, clear heat, invigorate Xue, tonify LIV/KID
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan pattern
LIV Yang rising + LIV/KID Yin Xu + LIV Qi stagnation-->Deficient Fire + Emotionality + Back Pain
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan indications
Dizziness/Headache PLUS KID/LIV Yin Xu and emotionality:
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan KING
HUAI NIU XI: guides other herbs down, 30-34 grams
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan ingredients
-Huai Niu Xi
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan Actions
sedate LIV and extinguish LIV wind, nourish Yin, anchor Yang, clear deficiency heat
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan tongue and pulse
T: red, smaller, dry, cracks, no coat
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San pattern/indications
WIND ATTACK causing HEADACHE
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San herbs
Chuang Xiong: KING LATERAL Shaoyang
Qian Zheng San pattern and indications
WIND-PHLEGM blocking channels:
Qian Zheng San herbs
Bai Fu Zi
Yu Zhen San pattern and indications
TOXICITY ATTACKING NERVES:
Xiao Xu Ming Tang pattern and indications
Deficiency-->STROKE
Da Qin Jiao Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Xue Xu + Wind/Damp/Cold attacking collaterals
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang PATTERN
Blood stagnation + heat accumulation in the lower jiao
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang KINGS
Tao Ren + da Huang
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang function
Invigorate blood + drain heat
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ yellow coating
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang symptoms
Lower abdominal pain, constipation, amenorrhea, yang-type manic Shen issues
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang ingredients
Tao Ren, da Huang, gui Zhi, mang xiao, Zhi Gan Cao
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang pattern
Xue stag. + LIV Qi stag
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang kings
Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang actions
Move blood, move Qi, stop pain, spread Liv Qi and unblock channels
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang symptoms
Liv Qi: rib/chest pain and heaviness, headache in fixed spot getting worse, stress/emotionality, palpitations, insomnia, chronic hiccups
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang ingredients
Tao hong Si wu tang (Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong, dang Gui, chi Shao, sheng di Huang) + si Ni san (chai Hu, Zhi Ke, chi Shao, Gan Cao) + guiding (Jie Geng and Niu Xi)
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/body, dusky/purple on the sides/lips, maybe purple complexion/sclera
Shi xiao san pattern
Liv channel blood stagnation, usually combined with other formulas for pain
Shi xiao san ingredients
Wu ling Zhi: best herb to move blood, stop pain, vertex headache and amenorrhea
Shi xiao san symptoms
Vertex headache (combine with xiao chai Hu tang), menstrual cramps (lateral sides)
Shi xiao san tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/patches, dusky/dull
Shi xiao san actions
Move blood, unblock liver channel
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang pattern
Blood stagnation+wind-damp
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang symptoms
Joint pain, arthritis, wind moving around+damp sweating, old injuries, traumatic inflammation with sweating
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots w/ greasy coat (probably white)
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang pattern
Painful traumatic injury blocking liver channel; LIV/GB channel blood stagnation
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang symptoms
Broken hip/ribs, trauma to side of body
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang kings
Da Huang, chai Hu
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots, yellow coat (not greasy)
Bu Yang huan wu tang pattern
Qi Xu + Xue stag --> STROKE
Bu Yang huan wu tang symptoms
Stroke, paralysis, dementia, Alzheimer's, anti-aging (age spots and low energy), poor circulation
Bu Yang huan wu tang king
Huang Qi (120 g)
Bu Yang huan wu tang Actions
Tonify Qi, move blood, unblock/guide to channels
Bu Yang huan wu tang tongue and pulse
T: pale (Qi Xu) w/ teeth marks, purple spots
Sheng Hua tang Pattern
Blood stagnation, Qi/Xue Xu, PAIN, COLD;
Sheng Hua tang King
Dang Gui
Sheng Hua tang indications
Bleeding after childbirth (3-5 days until fresh blood), fatigue, cold pain
Sheng Hua tang tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ purple spots
Dan Shen yin pattern and symptoms
Blood stag. in stomach: sharp fixed pain radiating upward
Dan Shen yin tongue and pulse
T: purple/patches near center of tongue
Wen Jing Tang pattern
Blood stagnation + COLD accumulation
Wen Jing Tang Kings
Wu Zhu Yu, Gui Zhi
Wen Jing Tang indications
Clotted menstrual blood, cramps (severe pain worse with cold), amenorrhea, long cycles, infertility, chronic sciatica, Shen: heat rising from stag causing insomnia, restlessness, damp accumulation from Xue stag blocking Qi
Wen Jing Tang actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Xue/yin, move blood, expel cold
Wen Jing Tang ingredients
Wu Zhu Yu
Wen Jing Tang tongue and pulse
T: dusky, purple, white or wet coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan pattern
Blood stagnation + phlegm/damp + Qi stagnation
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan indications
Fibroids, threatened miscarriage (dark spotting w/ clots) in women with fibroids
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan ingredients
Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ white greasy coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan actions
Move qi/blood, drain damp, clear heat, resolve phlegm
Huo luo xiao ling Dan pattern and actions
General blood stagnation: anti-aging and chronic pain
Huo luo xiao ling Dan ingredients
Dang gui
Qi Li San pattern
Topical/internal for bleeding and pain in acute emergencies, VeRY TOXIC
Qi Li San ingredients
Very toxic herbs + Hong Hua/Ru Xiang/Mo Yao + She Xiang/ Bing Pian to wake up body: Xue Jie, Zhu Sha, Er Cha
Shi Hui San pattern and indications
Topical/internal for bleeding with HEAT: cools blood to stop bleeding. Charred: Also works MEcHaNically to astringe bleeding.
Shi Hui San ingredients
10 charred substances to stop bleeding mechanically: da ji, xiao ji, ce bai Ye, bai Mao Gen, qian Cao Gen, zong Lu Pi, Shan Zhi zi, da Huang, Mu Dan Pi, he Ye
Si sheng wan Pattern And indications
Blood heat causing bleeding in upper jiao: fresh substances cool blood to stop bleeding...attacks root cause of bleeding rather than mechanically stopping.
Si sheng wan ingredients
Fresh: ce bai Ye, sheng di Huang, he Ye, ai Ye
Ke Xue Feng pattern and indications
Liv fire attacking lung: coughing blood
Ke Xue Feng ingredients and actions
Qing Dai: calm Liv, cool blood, stop bleeding, detox
Huai Hua san pattern and indications
Lower jiao damp heat toxin causing bleeding
Huai Hua san ingredients and function
Huai Hua: clear DH from intestine
Xiao ji yin zi Pattern and indications
Lower jiao blood heat: Blood in urine; HT fire-->SI
Xiao ji yin zi king
Xiao ji (King)
Huang tu tang pattern and indications
Qi/yang Xu-->chronic bleeding-->Xue/yin Xu
Huang tu tang king
Zao Xin tu: charred substance
Jiao ai tang pattern and indications
Deficiency bleeding + cold
Jiao ai tang ingredients and function
E jiao + ai Ye kings
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan pattern
HT-kid not communicating: kid yin Xu+ HT fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Indications
Shen disturbance+yin Xu+fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Cautions
Don't take long term, stop when it works
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Tongue and pulse
T: red, scanty coat, cracks, maybe teeth marks if Qi Xu
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Actions
Nourish yin/Xue, harmonize HT-KID, calm spirit
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan ingredients
Sheng di Huang: king: HT/KID nourish yin and blod, Xuan Shen helps with Qi level heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang pattern
Liv/HT Xue Xu + yin Xu heat/internal heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang indications
-insomnia, restlessness w/ anxiety
Suan Zao Ren Tang tongue and pulse
T: small (yin/xue xu), maybe cracks/red
Suan Zao Ren Tang actions
clear deficiency heat, nourish HT/LIV Xue, calm shen, move LIV Qi
Suan Zao Ren Tang ingredients
-Suan Zao Ren: KING 30-60g, sweet, sour, neutral, nourishes HT Yin/LIV blood to calm shen
Suan Zao Ren Tang cautions
loose stools
Ding Zhi Wan pattern and indications
HT Qi Xu-->HT-KID not communicating
Ding Zhi Wan actions and herbs
KINGS: Ren Shen + Fu Ling: Tonify Qi, calm shen, nourish KID
Ding Zhi Wan tongue
pale w/ white tongue coat
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang pattern and indications
KID Yin Xu/HT Fire--> HT-KID not commmunicating
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang actions and herbs
-Huang Lian/Huang Qin: clear HT fire
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang tongue and pulse
T: red, no coat or little
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang pattern
HT Qi/Yin damaged-->shen not secure
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang indications
-very emotional, unreasonable, screaming, yelling
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang tongue and pulse
T: Qi/Yin Xu-->color ok, teeth marks or cracks depending on which Xu predominant
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang herbs
-Fu Xiao Mai: KING, HT Qi/Yin, calm shen, astringe sweat, wheat contains B complex to maintain integrity of Vagus nerve
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan pattern and indications
HT Fire-->INSOMNIA
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: red tip/body
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan herbs and actions
-Zhu Sha KING
Ci Zhu Wan pattern and indications
Yang rising-->HT-KID not communicating
Ci Zhu Wan herbs and actions
-Ci Shi: astringe Yin, subdue Yang, HT/KID
Sheng Tie Luo Yin pattern and actions
PHLEGM FIRE attacking HT/LIV
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
HERBAL PROZAC
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang actions and king
Harmonizes Tai Yang, Shao Yang, and Yang Ming, Sedates and Calms Spirit
Yu Ping Feng San pattern
Deficient exterior, Wei Qi/LU Qi Xu, SP Qi Xu
Yu Ping Feng San indications
-"HERBAL FLU SHOT" screen against wind-invasion, DEFICIENCY ONLY
Yu Ping Feng San cautions
-CONTRA: thick coating, esp. red, yellow greasy (tonics boost inflammation, cause sore throat)
Yu Ping Feng San tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ white coat, teeth marks, flabby
Yu Ping Feng San Actions
Augment SP/LU Qi, Stabilize exterior, stop sweating
Yu Ping Feng San herbs
-Huang Qi: KING, tonify Wei/SP Qi, stabilizes exterior, increases progesterone
Mu Li San pattern and indications
HT Qi/Yin Xu-->chronic sweating
Mu Li San herbs and actions
Tonify Yin/Qi, Astringe Yin, Stop Sweating:
Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Yin Xu-->Blood Heat-->Toxic Heat-->FEVER
Dan Gui Liu Huang Tang herbs and actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Yin, clear blood heat, detoxify
Jiu Xian San pattern and indications
LU Qi/Yin Xu-->CHRONIC DRY COUGH
Jiu Xian San herbs and actions
Secure LU, stop coughing, augment Qi, nourish Yin
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang pattern and indications
SP Qi/Xue Xu (some KID Yang Xu)--> chronic diarrhea-->loss of Qi/nutrients
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang action and king
Warm MJ, Tonify MJ/Xue Xu, restrain leakage from intestines, stop diarrhea
Tao Hua Tang pattern and indications
SP Yang Xu-->bleeding, diarrhea, incontinence
Tao Hua Tang KINGS and actions
Warms middle, dispels cold, binds up bowels, *NOT TONIFYING, just stops dysentery
Si Shen Wan pattern
SP/KID Yang Xu-->COCK's CROW
Si Shen Wan indications
-urgent diarrhea before sunrise
Si Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ thin white wet coat, swollen
Si Shen Wan cautions
yellow greasy, red tongue
Si Shen Wan KING
Bu Gu Zhi: Pungent, HOT, KID-SP Yang tonic, stops diarrhea, strong immune booster, used for osteoperosis
Si Shen Wan herbs
-Bu Gu Zhi: KID/SP Yang tonic
Si Shen Wan actions
Warm and tonify SP/KID, binds up intestines, stops diarrhea, stops pain
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan pattern and indications
KID Xu-->can't control essence
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan KING and actions
Stabilize KID, astringe essence, and binds up semen
Sang Piao Xiao San pattern and indications
HT-KID not communicating-->essence leakage-->Qi/Xue Xu
Suo Quan Wan pattern and indications
KID Qi Xu-->diminished UB function
Suo Quan Wan KING
Yi Zhi Ren: Warm KID, helps grasp Qi
Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
Emotional event-->HT Yang Rising--> PANIC ATTACK
Shou Tai Wan pattern and indication
KID Xu-->THREATENED MISCARRIAGE
Gu Chong Tang pattern and indication
Qi Xu-->lost control of blood-->can't control essence/menses
Gu Chong Tang actions and herbs
Nourish Qi/Blood/Essence, Astringe Essence
Gu Jing Wan pattern
Yin Xu + Internal Heat-->irregular menstrual bleeding-->Xue Xu
Gu Jing Wan indications
-continuous menstruation (leads to Xue Xu)
Gu Jing Wan KINGS
Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan ingredients
-KINGS: Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan Actions
Enrich Yin, clear heat, stop bleeding, stabilize menses
Gu Jing Wan tongue and pulse
T: small (Xue Xu), red, cracked
Wan Dai Tang KINGS and actions
Bai Zhu, Shan Yao
Wan Dai Tang pattern
SP Qi Xu-->LIV attacking SP-->dampness in lower jiao
Xiao Feng San pattern
Blood Heat+Wind Heat/Damp-->RASH
Xiao Feng San indications
-RASH from allergies, sudden onset, BRIGHT red, maybe with yellow discharge (damp) or dry (heat)
Xiao Feng San KINGS
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui
Xiao Feng San ingredients
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui: KINGS expel wind, clear heat, stop itch
Xiao Feng San tongue and pulse
T: yellow or white coat
Xiao Feng San Actions
Expel Wind, Cool Blood, Clear Heat, Eliminate Damp
Xiao Feng San cautions
Deficiency rash triggered by cold: no redness or heat signs (use Gui Zhi Tang, Jin Gui Sheng Zhi San)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan pattern
Chronic Bi Syndrome: Wind/Cold/Damp blocking channels-->Qi/Xue stagnation-->Heat-->Phlegm
Xiao Huo Luo Dan indications
ARTHRITIS:
Xiao Huo Luo Dan KINGS
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: "herbal oxycontin," Pungent, Warm, sl. toxic
Xiao Huo Luo Dan ingredients
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: KINGS expel cold and stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan tongue and pulse
T: moist white coat (interior cold)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Actions
Expel wind, cold, and damp, transform and unbind phlegm, unblock channels, move blood, stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan cautions
Toxic: use 2 months max
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin pattern
LIV Yang rising + wind + fire [+MILD KID/LIV Xu]-->EXCESS FIRE *no emotional component yet
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin indications
*early stage EXCESS INTERNAL WIND
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin KINGS
-Tian Ma (Best for internal/external WIND)
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin tongue and pulse
T: red
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin ingredients
-Tian Ma, Gou Teng: KINGS
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin Actions
Calm LIV, extinguish wind, clear heat, invigorate Xue, tonify LIV/KID
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan pattern
LIV Yang rising + LIV/KID Yin Xu + LIV Qi stagnation-->Deficient Fire + Emotionality + Back Pain
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan indications
Dizziness/Headache PLUS KID/LIV Yin Xu and emotionality:
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan KING
HUAI NIU XI: guides other herbs down, 30-34 grams
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan ingredients
-Huai Niu Xi
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan Actions
sedate LIV and extinguish LIV wind, nourish Yin, anchor Yang, clear deficiency heat
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan tongue and pulse
T: red, smaller, dry, cracks, no coat
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San pattern/indications
WIND ATTACK causing HEADACHE
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San herbs
Chuang Xiong: KING LATERAL Shaoyang
Qian Zheng San pattern and indications
WIND-PHLEGM blocking channels:
Qian Zheng San herbs
Bai Fu Zi
Yu Zhen San pattern and indications
TOXICITY ATTACKING NERVES:
Xiao Xu Ming Tang pattern and indications
Deficiency-->STROKE
Da Qin Jiao Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Xue Xu + Wind/Damp/Cold attacking collaterals
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang PATTERN
Blood stagnation + heat accumulation in the lower jiao
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang KINGS
Tao Ren + da Huang
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang function
Invigorate blood + drain heat
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ yellow coating
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang symptoms
Lower abdominal pain, constipation, amenorrhea, yang-type manic Shen issues
Tao Hong Cheng Qi Tang ingredients
Tao Ren, da Huang, gui Zhi, mang xiao, Zhi Gan Cao
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang pattern
Xue stag. + LIV Qi stag
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang kings
Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang actions
Move blood, move Qi, stop pain, spread Liv Qi and unblock channels
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang symptoms
Liv Qi: rib/chest pain and heaviness, headache in fixed spot getting worse, stress/emotionality, palpitations, insomnia, chronic hiccups
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang ingredients
Tao hong Si wu tang (Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong, dang Gui, chi Shao, sheng di Huang) + si Ni san (chai Hu, Zhi Ke, chi Shao, Gan Cao) + guiding (Jie Geng and Niu Xi)
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/body, dusky/purple on the sides/lips, maybe purple complexion/sclera
Shi xiao san pattern
Liv channel blood stagnation, usually combined with other formulas for pain
Shi xiao san ingredients
Wu ling Zhi: best herb to move blood, stop pain, vertex headache and amenorrhea
Shi xiao san symptoms
Vertex headache (combine with xiao chai Hu tang), menstrual cramps (lateral sides)
Shi xiao san tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/patches, dusky/dull
Shi xiao san actions
Move blood, unblock liver channel
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang pattern
Blood stagnation+wind-damp
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang symptoms
Joint pain, arthritis, wind moving around+damp sweating, old injuries, traumatic inflammation with sweating
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots w/ greasy coat (probably white)
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang pattern
Painful traumatic injury blocking liver channel; LIV/GB channel blood stagnation
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang symptoms
Broken hip/ribs, trauma to side of body
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang kings
Da Huang, chai Hu
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots, yellow coat (not greasy)
Bu Yang huan wu tang pattern
Qi Xu + Xue stag --> STROKE
Bu Yang huan wu tang symptoms
Stroke, paralysis, dementia, Alzheimer's, anti-aging (age spots and low energy), poor circulation
Bu Yang huan wu tang king
Huang Qi (120 g)
Bu Yang huan wu tang Actions
Tonify Qi, move blood, unblock/guide to channels
Bu Yang huan wu tang tongue and pulse
T: pale (Qi Xu) w/ teeth marks, purple spots
Sheng Hua tang Pattern
Blood stagnation, Qi/Xue Xu, PAIN, COLD;
Sheng Hua tang King
Dang Gui
Sheng Hua tang indications
Bleeding after childbirth (3-5 days until fresh blood), fatigue, cold pain
Sheng Hua tang tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ purple spots
Dan Shen yin pattern and symptoms
Blood stag. in stomach: sharp fixed pain radiating upward
Dan Shen yin tongue and pulse
T: purple/patches near center of tongue
Wen Jing Tang pattern
Blood stagnation + COLD accumulation
Wen Jing Tang Kings
Wu Zhu Yu, Gui Zhi
Wen Jing Tang indications
Clotted menstrual blood, cramps (severe pain worse with cold), amenorrhea, long cycles, infertility, chronic sciatica, Shen: heat rising from stag causing insomnia, restlessness, damp accumulation from Xue stag blocking Qi
Wen Jing Tang actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Xue/yin, move blood, expel cold
Wen Jing Tang ingredients
Wu Zhu Yu
Wen Jing Tang tongue and pulse
T: dusky, purple, white or wet coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan pattern
Blood stagnation + phlegm/damp + Qi stagnation
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan indications
Fibroids, threatened miscarriage (dark spotting w/ clots) in women with fibroids
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan ingredients
Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ white greasy coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan actions
Move qi/blood, drain damp, clear heat, resolve phlegm
Huo luo xiao ling Dan pattern and actions
General blood stagnation: anti-aging and chronic pain
Huo luo xiao ling Dan ingredients
Dang gui
Qi Li San pattern
Topical/internal for bleeding and pain in acute emergencies, VeRY TOXIC
Qi Li San ingredients
Very toxic herbs + Hong Hua/Ru Xiang/Mo Yao + She Xiang/ Bing Pian to wake up body: Xue Jie, Zhu Sha, Er Cha
Shi Hui San pattern and indications
Topical/internal for bleeding with HEAT: cools blood to stop bleeding. Charred: Also works MEcHaNically to astringe bleeding.
Shi Hui San ingredients
10 charred substances to stop bleeding mechanically: da ji, xiao ji, ce bai Ye, bai Mao Gen, qian Cao Gen, zong Lu Pi, Shan Zhi zi, da Huang, Mu Dan Pi, he Ye
Si sheng wan Pattern And indications
Blood heat causing bleeding in upper jiao: fresh substances cool blood to stop bleeding...attacks root cause of bleeding rather than mechanically stopping.
Si sheng wan ingredients
Fresh: ce bai Ye, sheng di Huang, he Ye, ai Ye
Ke Xue Feng pattern and indications
Liv fire attacking lung: coughing blood
Ke Xue Feng ingredients and actions
Qing Dai: calm Liv, cool blood, stop bleeding, detox
Huai Hua san pattern and indications
Lower jiao damp heat toxin causing bleeding
Huai Hua san ingredients and function
Huai Hua: clear DH from intestine
Xiao ji yin zi Pattern and indications
Lower jiao blood heat: Blood in urine; HT fire-->SI
Xiao ji yin zi king
Xiao ji (King)
Huang tu tang pattern and indications
Qi/yang Xu-->chronic bleeding-->Xue/yin Xu
Huang tu tang king
Zao Xin tu: charred substance
Jiao ai tang pattern and indications
Deficiency bleeding + cold
Jiao ai tang ingredients and function
E jiao + ai Ye kings
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan pattern
HT-kid not communicating: kid yin Xu+ HT fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Indications
Shen disturbance+yin Xu+fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Cautions
Don't take long term, stop when it works
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Tongue and pulse
T: red, scanty coat, cracks, maybe teeth marks if Qi Xu
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Actions
Nourish yin/Xue, harmonize HT-KID, calm spirit
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan ingredients
Sheng di Huang: king: HT/KID nourish yin and blod, Xuan Shen helps with Qi level heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang pattern
Liv/HT Xue Xu + yin Xu heat/internal heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang indications
-insomnia, restlessness w/ anxiety
Suan Zao Ren Tang tongue and pulse
T: small (yin/xue xu), maybe cracks/red
Suan Zao Ren Tang actions
clear deficiency heat, nourish HT/LIV Xue, calm shen, move LIV Qi
Suan Zao Ren Tang ingredients
-Suan Zao Ren: KING 30-60g, sweet, sour, neutral, nourishes HT Yin/LIV blood to calm shen
Suan Zao Ren Tang cautions
loose stools
Ding Zhi Wan pattern and indications
HT Qi Xu-->HT-KID not communicating
Ding Zhi Wan actions and herbs
KINGS: Ren Shen + Fu Ling: Tonify Qi, calm shen, nourish KID
Ding Zhi Wan tongue
pale w/ white tongue coat
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang pattern and indications
KID Yin Xu/HT Fire--> HT-KID not commmunicating
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang actions and herbs
-Huang Lian/Huang Qin: clear HT fire
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang tongue and pulse
T: red, no coat or little
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang pattern
HT Qi/Yin damaged-->shen not secure
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang indications
-very emotional, unreasonable, screaming, yelling
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang tongue and pulse
T: Qi/Yin Xu-->color ok, teeth marks or cracks depending on which Xu predominant
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang herbs
-Fu Xiao Mai: KING, HT Qi/Yin, calm shen, astringe sweat, wheat contains B complex to maintain integrity of Vagus nerve
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan pattern and indications
HT Fire-->INSOMNIA
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: red tip/body
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan herbs and actions
-Zhu Sha KING
Ci Zhu Wan pattern and indications
Yang rising-->HT-KID not communicating
Ci Zhu Wan herbs and actions
-Ci Shi: astringe Yin, subdue Yang, HT/KID
Sheng Tie Luo Yin pattern and actions
PHLEGM FIRE attacking HT/LIV
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
HERBAL PROZAC
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang actions and king
Harmonizes Tai Yang, Shao Yang, and Yang Ming, Sedates and Calms Spirit
Yu Ping Feng San pattern
Deficient exterior, Wei Qi/LU Qi Xu, SP Qi Xu
Yu Ping Feng San indications
-"HERBAL FLU SHOT" screen against wind-invasion, DEFICIENCY ONLY
Yu Ping Feng San cautions
-CONTRA: thick coating, esp. red, yellow greasy (tonics boost inflammation, cause sore throat)
Yu Ping Feng San tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ white coat, teeth marks, flabby
Yu Ping Feng San Actions
Augment SP/LU Qi, Stabilize exterior, stop sweating
Yu Ping Feng San herbs
-Huang Qi: KING, tonify Wei/SP Qi, stabilizes exterior, increases progesterone
Mu Li San pattern and indications
HT Qi/Yin Xu-->chronic sweating
Mu Li San herbs and actions
Tonify Yin/Qi, Astringe Yin, Stop Sweating:
Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Yin Xu-->Blood Heat-->Toxic Heat-->FEVER
Dan Gui Liu Huang Tang herbs and actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Yin, clear blood heat, detoxify
Jiu Xian San pattern and indications
LU Qi/Yin Xu-->CHRONIC DRY COUGH
Jiu Xian San herbs and actions
Secure LU, stop coughing, augment Qi, nourish Yin
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang pattern and indications
SP Qi/Xue Xu (some KID Yang Xu)--> chronic diarrhea-->loss of Qi/nutrients
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang action and king
Warm MJ, Tonify MJ/Xue Xu, restrain leakage from intestines, stop diarrhea
Tao Hua Tang pattern and indications
SP Yang Xu-->bleeding, diarrhea, incontinence
Tao Hua Tang KINGS and actions
Warms middle, dispels cold, binds up bowels, *NOT TONIFYING, just stops dysentery
Si Shen Wan pattern
SP/KID Yang Xu-->COCK's CROW
Si Shen Wan indications
-urgent diarrhea before sunrise
Si Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ thin white wet coat, swollen
Si Shen Wan cautions
yellow greasy, red tongue
Si Shen Wan KING
Bu Gu Zhi: Pungent, HOT, KID-SP Yang tonic, stops diarrhea, strong immune booster, used for osteoperosis
Si Shen Wan herbs
-Bu Gu Zhi: KID/SP Yang tonic
Si Shen Wan actions
Warm and tonify SP/KID, binds up intestines, stops diarrhea, stops pain
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan pattern and indications
KID Xu-->can't control essence
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan KING and actions
Stabilize KID, astringe essence, and binds up semen
Sang Piao Xiao San pattern and indications
HT-KID not communicating-->essence leakage-->Qi/Xue Xu
Suo Quan Wan pattern and indications
KID Qi Xu-->diminished UB function
Suo Quan Wan KING
Yi Zhi Ren: Warm KID, helps grasp Qi
Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
Emotional event-->HT Yang Rising--> PANIC ATTACK
Shou Tai Wan pattern and indication
KID Xu-->THREATENED MISCARRIAGE
Gu Chong Tang pattern and indication
Qi Xu-->lost control of blood-->can't control essence/menses
Gu Chong Tang actions and herbs
Nourish Qi/Blood/Essence, Astringe Essence
Gu Jing Wan pattern
Yin Xu + Internal Heat-->irregular menstrual bleeding-->Xue Xu
Gu Jing Wan indications
-continuous menstruation (leads to Xue Xu)
Gu Jing Wan KINGS
Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan ingredients
-KINGS: Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan Actions
Enrich Yin, clear heat, stop bleeding, stabilize menses
Gu Jing Wan tongue and pulse
T: small (Xue Xu), red, cracked
Wan Dai Tang KINGS and actions
Bai Zhu, Shan Yao
Wan Dai Tang pattern
SP Qi Xu-->LIV attacking SP-->dampness in lower jiao
Xiao Feng San pattern
Blood Heat+Wind Heat/Damp-->RASH
Xiao Feng San indications
-RASH from allergies, sudden onset, BRIGHT red, maybe with yellow discharge (damp) or dry (heat)
Xiao Feng San KINGS
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui
Xiao Feng San ingredients
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui: KINGS expel wind, clear heat, stop itch
Xiao Feng San tongue and pulse
T: yellow or white coat
Xiao Feng San Actions
Expel Wind, Cool Blood, Clear Heat, Eliminate Damp
Xiao Feng San cautions
Deficiency rash triggered by cold: no redness or heat signs (use Gui Zhi Tang, Jin Gui Sheng Zhi San)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan pattern
Chronic Bi Syndrome: Wind/Cold/Damp blocking channels-->Qi/Xue stagnation-->Heat-->Phlegm
Xiao Huo Luo Dan indications
ARTHRITIS:
Xiao Huo Luo Dan KINGS
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: "herbal oxycontin," Pungent, Warm, sl. toxic
Xiao Huo Luo Dan ingredients
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: KINGS expel cold and stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan tongue and pulse
T: moist white coat (interior cold)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Actions
Expel wind, cold, and damp, transform and unbind phlegm, unblock channels, move blood, stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan cautions
Toxic: use 2 months max
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin pattern
LIV Yang rising + wind + fire [+MILD KID/LIV Xu]-->EXCESS FIRE *no emotional component yet
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin indications
*early stage EXCESS INTERNAL WIND
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin KINGS
-Tian Ma (Best for internal/external WIND)
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin tongue and pulse
T: red
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin ingredients
-Tian Ma, Gou Teng: KINGS
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin Actions
Calm LIV, extinguish wind, clear heat, invigorate Xue, tonify LIV/KID
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan pattern
LIV Yang rising + LIV/KID Yin Xu + LIV Qi stagnation-->Deficient Fire + Emotionality + Back Pain
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan indications
Dizziness/Headache PLUS KID/LIV Yin Xu and emotionality:
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan KING
HUAI NIU XI: guides other herbs down, 30-34 grams
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan ingredients
-Huai Niu Xi
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan Actions
sedate LIV and extinguish LIV wind, nourish Yin, anchor Yang, clear deficiency heat
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan tongue and pulse
T: red, smaller, dry, cracks, no coat
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San pattern/indications
WIND ATTACK causing HEADACHE
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San herbs
Chuang Xiong: KING LATERAL Shaoyang
Qian Zheng San pattern and indications
WIND-PHLEGM blocking channels:
Qian Zheng San herbs
Bai Fu Zi
Yu Zhen San pattern and indications
TOXICITY ATTACKING NERVES:
Xiao Xu Ming Tang pattern and indications
Deficiency-->STROKE
Da Qin Jiao Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Xue Xu + Wind/Damp/Cold attacking collaterals
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang PATTERN
Blood stagnation + heat accumulation in the lower jiao
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang KINGS
Tao Ren + da Huang
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang function
Invigorate blood + drain heat
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ yellow coating
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang symptoms
Lower abdominal pain, constipation, amenorrhea, yang-type manic Shen issues
Tao He Cheng Qi Tang ingredients
Tao Ren, da Huang, gui Zhi, mang xiao, Zhi Gan Cao
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang pattern
Xue stag. + LIV Qi stag
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang kings
Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang actions
Move blood, move Qi, stop pain, spread Liv Qi and unblock channels
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang symptoms
Liv Qi: rib/chest pain and heaviness, headache in fixed spot getting worse, stress/emotionality, palpitations, insomnia, chronic hiccups
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang ingredients
Tao hong Si wu tang (Tao Ren, hong Hua, Chuan xiong, dang Gui, chi Shao, sheng di Huang) + si Ni san (chai Hu, Zhi Ke, chi Shao, Gan Cao) + guiding (Jie Geng and Niu Xi)
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/body, dusky/purple on the sides/lips, maybe purple complexion/sclera
Shi xiao san pattern
Liv channel blood stagnation, usually combined with other formulas for pain
Shi xiao san ingredients
Wu ling Zhi: best herb to move blood, stop pain, vertex headache and amenorrhea
Shi xiao san symptoms
Vertex headache (combine with xiao chai Hu tang), menstrual cramps (lateral sides)
Shi xiao san tongue and pulse
T: purple spots/patches, dusky/dull
Shi xiao san actions
Move blood, unblock liver channel
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang pattern
Blood stagnation+wind-damp
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang symptoms
Joint pain, arthritis, wind moving around+damp sweating, old injuries, traumatic inflammation with sweating
Shen tong Zhu Yu tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots w/ greasy coat (probably white)
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang pattern
Painful traumatic injury blocking liver channel; LIV/GB channel blood stagnation
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang symptoms
Broken hip/ribs, trauma to side of body
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang kings
Da Huang, chai Hu
Fu yuan Huo Xue tang tongue and pulse
T: purple body/spots, yellow coat (not greasy)
Bu Yang huan wu tang pattern
Qi Xu + Xue stag --> STROKE
Bu Yang huan wu tang symptoms
Stroke, paralysis, dementia, Alzheimer's, anti-aging (age spots and low energy), poor circulation
Bu Yang huan wu tang king
Huang Qi (120 g)
Bu Yang huan wu tang Actions
Tonify Qi, move blood, unblock/guide to channels
Bu Yang huan wu tang tongue and pulse
T: pale (Qi Xu) w/ teeth marks, purple spots
Sheng Hua tang Pattern
Blood stagnation, Qi/Xue Xu, PAIN, COLD;
Sheng Hua tang King
Dang Gui
Sheng Hua tang indications
Bleeding after childbirth (3-5 days until fresh blood), fatigue, cold pain
Sheng Hua tang tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ purple spots
Dan Shen yin pattern and symptoms
Blood stag. in stomach: sharp fixed pain radiating upward
Dan Shen yin tongue and pulse
T: purple/patches near center of tongue
Wen Jing Tang pattern
Blood stagnation + COLD accumulation
Wen Jing Tang Kings
Wu Zhu Yu, Gui Zhi
Wen Jing Tang indications
Clotted menstrual blood, cramps (severe pain worse with cold), amenorrhea, long cycles, infertility, chronic sciatica, Shen: heat rising from stag causing insomnia, restlessness, damp accumulation from Xue stag blocking Qi
Wen Jing Tang actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Xue/yin, move blood, expel cold
Wen Jing Tang ingredients
Wu Zhu Yu
Wen Jing Tang tongue and pulse
T: dusky, purple, white or wet coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan pattern
Blood stagnation + phlegm/damp + Qi stagnation
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan indications
Fibroids, threatened miscarriage (dark spotting w/ clots) in women with fibroids
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan ingredients
Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan tongue and pulse
T: purple w/ white greasy coat
Gui Zhi Fu ling wan actions
Move qi/blood, drain damp, clear heat, resolve phlegm
Huo luo xiao ling Dan pattern and actions
General blood stagnation: anti-aging and chronic pain
Huo luo xiao ling Dan ingredients
Dang gui
Qi Li San pattern
Topical/internal for bleeding and pain in acute emergencies, VeRY TOXIC
Qi Li San ingredients
Very toxic herbs + Hong Hua/Ru Xiang/Mo Yao + She Xiang/ Bing Pian to wake up body: Xue Jie, Zhu Sha, Er Cha
Shi Hui San pattern and indications
Topical/internal for bleeding with HEAT: cools blood to stop bleeding. Charred: Also works MEcHaNically to astringe bleeding.
Shi Hui San ingredients
10 charred substances to stop bleeding mechanically: da ji, xiao ji, ce bai Ye, bai Mao Gen, qian Cao Gen, zong Lu Pi, Shan Zhi zi, da Huang, Mu Dan Pi, he Ye
Si sheng wan Pattern And indications
Blood heat causing bleeding in upper jiao: fresh substances cool blood to stop bleeding...attacks root cause of bleeding rather than mechanically stopping.
Si sheng wan ingredients
Fresh: ce bai Ye, sheng di Huang, he Ye, ai Ye
Ke Xue Feng pattern and indications
Liv fire attacking lung: coughing blood
Ke Xue Feng ingredients and actions
Qing Dai: calm Liv, cool blood, stop bleeding, detox
Huai Hua san pattern and indications
Lower jiao damp heat toxin causing bleeding
Huai Hua san ingredients and function
Huai Hua: clear DH from intestine
Xiao ji yin zi Pattern and indications
Lower jiao blood heat: Blood in urine; HT fire-->SI
Xiao ji yin zi king
Xiao ji (King)
Huang tu tang pattern and indications
Qi/yang Xu-->chronic bleeding-->Xue/yin Xu
Huang tu tang king
Zao Xin tu: charred substance
Jiao ai tang pattern and indications
Deficiency bleeding + cold
Jiao ai tang ingredients and function
E jiao + ai Ye kings
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan pattern
HT-kid not communicating: kid yin Xu+ HT fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Indications
Shen disturbance+yin Xu+fire
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Cautions
Don't take long term, stop when it works
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Tongue and pulse
T: red, scanty coat, cracks, maybe teeth marks if Qi Xu
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan Actions
Nourish yin/Xue, harmonize HT-KID, calm spirit
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan ingredients
Sheng di Huang: king: HT/KID nourish yin and blod, Xuan Shen helps with Qi level heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang pattern
Liv/HT Xue Xu + yin Xu heat/internal heat
Suan Zao Ren Tang indications
-insomnia, restlessness w/ anxiety
Suan Zao Ren Tang tongue and pulse
T: small (yin/xue xu), maybe cracks/red
Suan Zao Ren Tang actions
clear deficiency heat, nourish HT/LIV Xue, calm shen, move LIV Qi
Suan Zao Ren Tang ingredients
-Suan Zao Ren: KING 30-60g, sweet, sour, neutral, nourishes HT Yin/LIV blood to calm shen
Suan Zao Ren Tang cautions
loose stools
Ding Zhi Wan pattern and indications
HT Qi Xu-->HT-KID not communicating
Ding Zhi Wan actions and herbs
KINGS: Ren Shen + Fu Ling: Tonify Qi, calm shen, nourish KID
Ding Zhi Wan tongue
pale w/ white tongue coat
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang pattern and indications
KID Yin Xu/HT Fire--> HT-KID not commmunicating
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang actions and herbs
-Huang Lian/Huang Qin: clear HT fire
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang tongue and pulse
T: red, no coat or little
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang pattern
HT Qi/Yin damaged-->shen not secure
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang indications
-very emotional, unreasonable, screaming, yelling
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang tongue and pulse
T: Qi/Yin Xu-->color ok, teeth marks or cracks depending on which Xu predominant
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang herbs
-Fu Xiao Mai: KING, HT Qi/Yin, calm shen, astringe sweat, wheat contains B complex to maintain integrity of Vagus nerve
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan pattern and indications
HT Fire-->INSOMNIA
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: red tip/body
Zhu Sha An Shen Wan herbs and actions
-Zhu Sha KING
Ci Zhu Wan pattern and indications
Yang rising-->HT-KID not communicating
Ci Zhu Wan herbs and actions
-Ci Shi: astringe Yin, subdue Yang, HT/KID
Sheng Tie Luo Yin pattern and actions
PHLEGM FIRE attacking HT/LIV
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
HERBAL PROZAC
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang actions and king
Harmonizes Tai Yang, Shao Yang, and Yang Ming, Sedates and Calms Spirit
Yu Ping Feng San pattern
Deficient exterior, Wei Qi/LU Qi Xu, SP Qi Xu
Yu Ping Feng San indications
-"HERBAL FLU SHOT" screen against wind-invasion, DEFICIENCY ONLY
Yu Ping Feng San cautions
-CONTRA: thick coating, esp. red, yellow greasy (tonics boost inflammation, cause sore throat)
Yu Ping Feng San tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ white coat, teeth marks, flabby
Yu Ping Feng San Actions
Augment SP/LU Qi, Stabilize exterior, stop sweating
Yu Ping Feng San herbs
-Huang Qi: KING, tonify Wei/SP Qi, stabilizes exterior, increases progesterone
Mu Li San pattern and indications
HT Qi/Yin Xu-->chronic sweating
Mu Li San herbs and actions
Tonify Yin/Qi, Astringe Yin, Stop Sweating:
Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Yin Xu-->Blood Heat-->Toxic Heat-->FEVER
Dan Gui Liu Huang Tang herbs and actions
Tonify Qi, nourish Yin, clear blood heat, detoxify
Jiu Xian San pattern and indications
LU Qi/Yin Xu-->CHRONIC DRY COUGH
Jiu Xian San herbs and actions
Secure LU, stop coughing, augment Qi, nourish Yin
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang pattern and indications
SP Qi/Xue Xu (some KID Yang Xu)--> chronic diarrhea-->loss of Qi/nutrients
Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang action and king
Warm MJ, Tonify MJ/Xue Xu, restrain leakage from intestines, stop diarrhea
Tao Hua Tang pattern and indications
SP Yang Xu-->bleeding, diarrhea, incontinence
Tao Hua Tang KINGS and actions
Warms middle, dispels cold, binds up bowels, *NOT TONIFYING, just stops dysentery
Si Shen Wan pattern
SP/KID Yang Xu-->COCK's CROW
Si Shen Wan indications
-urgent diarrhea before sunrise
Si Shen Wan tongue and pulse
T: pale w/ thin white wet coat, swollen
Si Shen Wan cautions
yellow greasy, red tongue
Si Shen Wan KING
Bu Gu Zhi: Pungent, HOT, KID-SP Yang tonic, stops diarrhea, strong immune booster, used for osteoperosis
Si Shen Wan herbs
-Bu Gu Zhi: KID/SP Yang tonic
Si Shen Wan actions
Warm and tonify SP/KID, binds up intestines, stops diarrhea, stops pain
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan pattern and indications
KID Xu-->can't control essence
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan KING and actions
Stabilize KID, astringe essence, and binds up semen
Sang Piao Xiao San pattern and indications
HT-KID not communicating-->essence leakage-->Qi/Xue Xu
Suo Quan Wan pattern and indications
KID Qi Xu-->diminished UB function
Suo Quan Wan KING
Yi Zhi Ren: Warm KID, helps grasp Qi
Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang pattern and indication
Emotional event-->HT Yang Rising--> PANIC ATTACK
Shou Tai Wan pattern and indication
KID Xu-->THREATENED MISCARRIAGE
Gu Chong Tang pattern and indication
Qi Xu-->lost control of blood-->can't control essence/menses
Gu Chong Tang actions and herbs
Nourish Qi/Blood/Essence, Astringe Essence
Gu Jing Wan pattern
Yin Xu + Internal Heat-->irregular menstrual bleeding-->Xue Xu
Gu Jing Wan indications
-continuous menstruation (leads to Xue Xu)
Gu Jing Wan KINGS
Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan ingredients
-KINGS: Gui Ban, Bai Shao
Gu Jing Wan Actions
Enrich Yin, clear heat, stop bleeding, stabilize menses
Gu Jing Wan tongue and pulse
T: small (Xue Xu), red, cracked
Wan Dai Tang KINGS and actions
Bai Zhu, Shan Yao
Wan Dai Tang pattern
SP Qi Xu-->LIV attacking SP-->dampness in lower jiao
Xiao Feng San pattern
Blood Heat+Wind Heat/Damp-->RASH
Xiao Feng San indications
-RASH from allergies, sudden onset, BRIGHT red, maybe with yellow discharge (damp) or dry (heat)
Xiao Feng San KINGS
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui
Xiao Feng San ingredients
Jing Jie, Fang Feng, Niu Bang Zi, Chan Tui: KINGS expel wind, clear heat, stop itch
Xiao Feng San tongue and pulse
T: yellow or white coat
Xiao Feng San Actions
Expel Wind, Cool Blood, Clear Heat, Eliminate Damp
Xiao Feng San cautions
Deficiency rash triggered by cold: no redness or heat signs (use Gui Zhi Tang, Jin Gui Sheng Zhi San)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan pattern
Chronic Bi Syndrome: Wind/Cold/Damp blocking channels-->Qi/Xue stagnation-->Heat-->Phlegm
Xiao Huo Luo Dan indications
ARTHRITIS:
Xiao Huo Luo Dan KINGS
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: "herbal oxycontin," Pungent, Warm, sl. toxic
Xiao Huo Luo Dan ingredients
Zhi Chuan Wu, Zhi Cao Wu: KINGS expel cold and stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan tongue and pulse
T: moist white coat (interior cold)
Xiao Huo Luo Dan Actions
Expel wind, cold, and damp, transform and unbind phlegm, unblock channels, move blood, stop pain
Xiao Huo Luo Dan cautions
Toxic: use 2 months max
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin pattern
LIV Yang rising + wind + fire [+MILD KID/LIV Xu]-->EXCESS FIRE *no emotional component yet
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin indications
*early stage EXCESS INTERNAL WIND
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin KINGS
-Tian Ma (Best for internal/external WIND)
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin tongue and pulse
T: red
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin ingredients
-Tian Ma, Gou Teng: KINGS
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin Actions
Calm LIV, extinguish wind, clear heat, invigorate Xue, tonify LIV/KID
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan pattern
LIV Yang rising + LIV/KID Yin Xu + LIV Qi stagnation-->Deficient Fire + Emotionality + Back Pain
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan indications
Dizziness/Headache PLUS KID/LIV Yin Xu and emotionality:
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan KING
HUAI NIU XI: guides other herbs down, 30-34 grams
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan ingredients
-Huai Niu Xi
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan Actions
sedate LIV and extinguish LIV wind, nourish Yin, anchor Yang, clear deficiency heat
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tan tongue and pulse
T: red, smaller, dry, cracks, no coat
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San pattern/indications
WIND ATTACK causing HEADACHE
Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San herbs
Chuang Xiong: KING LATERAL Shaoyang
Qian Zheng San pattern and indications
WIND-PHLEGM blocking channels:
Qian Zheng San herbs
Bai Fu Zi
Yu Zhen San pattern and indications
TOXICITY ATTACKING NERVES:
Xiao Xu Ming Tang pattern and indications
Deficiency-->STROKE
Da Qin Jiao Tang pattern and indications
Qi/Xue Xu + Wind/Damp/Cold attacking collaterals