Gua Di San (Melon Pedicle Powder)

Formula 15 of 15 in Formulas that Treat Phlegm

Sub-Category:

Formulas that Dry Dampness and Expel Phlegm

Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:

This section is being researched, and is not completed.
This formula contains one or more toxic substances (while some Chinese herbs are toxic, it must be noted that many come prepared, or are combined, to mitigate their toxicity).

Preparation Notes:

Decoction. This formula should only be cooked for 5-10 minutes

Originally Appeared In:

On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)

Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:

Stomach, Heart, Small Intestine

Substances in this Formula (2 Total):

Gua Di (Melon Pedicle)
Qty:	3 grams
Chan:	ST
Prop:	Bitter, Cold, Slightly Toxic
Latin:	Pedicellus Cucumeris
Cat:	Herbs that Expel Phlegm by Inducing Vomiting

Chi Xiao Dou (Aduki Bean, Phaseolus) 赤小豆
Qty:	3 grams
Chan:	HT, SI
Prop:	Sweet, Sour, Neutral
Latin:	Semen Phaseoli Calcarati
Cat:	Herbs that Regulate Water and Drain Dampness

Formulas References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies - Dan Bensky
Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas - Him Che. Yeung
The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula - Qiao Yi

Herbs References

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, Third Edition - Dan Bensky
Herb-drug interactions - Fugh-Berman A.
Handbook of Chinese Herbs - Him Che. Yeung
Chinese Medical Herbology & Pharmacology - John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen
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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.

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