Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang

(Clove and Persimmon Calyx Decoction)

Sub-Category:

• Formulas that Promote the Movement of Qi

Pattern:

• Cold from Stomach Deficiency causing belching, hiccups, or vomiting.

Possible Tongue Appearance:

• Pale tongue with white coat

Possible Pulse Patterns:

• Submerged and slow pulse

Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:

• This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Preparation Notes:

• Decoction. Double or triple the dosage of Dang Shen is commonly substituted for Ren Shen

Originally Appeared In:

• Pattern, Cause, Pulse, and Treatment (Zheng Yin Mai Zhi)

Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:

• Stomach, Spleen, Kidneys, Lungs

Substances in this Formula (4 Total):

	Ding Xiang (Clove Flower Bud) Qty: 6 grams Chan: KI, SP, ST Prop: Spicy, Warm Latin: Flos Caryophylli Cat: Herbs that Warm the Interior and Expel Cold
	Shi Di (Persimmon Calyx) Qty: 6-9 grams Chan: ST Prop: Bitter, Astringent, Neutral Latin: Calyx Diospyri Kaki Cat: Herbs that Regulate the Qi
	Ren Shen (Ginseng Root) Qty: 3-6 grams Chan: LU, SP Prop: Sweet, Slightly Bitter, Slightly Warm Latin: Radix Ginseng Cat: Herbs that Tonify Qi
	Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger Rhizome) Qty: 6-9 grams Chan: LU, SP, ST Prop: Spicy, Warm Latin: uncooked Rhizoma Zingiberis Cat: Warm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior

References

Formulas

• 15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
  - Dan Bensky
• 18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
  - Him Che. Yeung
• 16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
  - Qiao Yi

Herbs

• 13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
  - Dan Bensky
• 25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
  - Fugh-Berman A.
• 17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
  - Him Che. Yeung
• 12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
  - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
• 26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
  - Max Wichtl

Only use Chinese herbs or formulas under the direct care and supervision of a licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist.
Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.