Xiao Luo Wan (Reduce Scrofula Pill)

Formula 8 of 15 in Formulas that Treat Phlegm

Sub-Category:

Formulas that Dry Dampness and Expel Phlegm

Possible Tongue Appearance:

Red tongue

Possible Pulse Patterns:

Rapid pulse

Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Preparation Notes:

Decoction.

Originally Appeared In:

Medical Revelations (Yi Xue Xin Wu)

Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:

Lungs, Stomach, Kidneys, Liver, Heart

Substances in this Formula (3 Total):

Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae Ningpoensis)

Xuan Shen (Ningpo Figwort Root) 玄参
Qty:	9-12 grams
Chan:	KI, LU, ST
Prop:	Salty, Sweet, Bitter, Cold
Latin:	Radix Scrophulariae Ningpoensis
Cat:	Herbs that Cool the Blood

Mu Li (Oyster Shell) 牡蛎
Qty:	9-12 grams
Chan:	LIV, KI
Prop:	Salty, Astringent, Cool
Latin:	Concha Ostreae
Cat:	Substances that Anchor, Settle, and Calm the Spirit

Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillariae Thunbergii Bulbus)

Zhe Bei Mu (Thunberg Fritillaria Bulb) 浙贝母
Qty:	9-12 grams
Chan:	HT, LU
Prop:	Bitter, Cold
Latin:	Fritillariae Thunbergii Bulbus
Cat:	Herbs that Cool and Transform Phlegm-Heat

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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.

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