Yin Chen Hao Tang

(Artemisia Yinchenhao Decoction)

Sub-Category:

• Formulas that Promote Urination and Leach out Dampness

Possible Tongue Appearance:

• Yellow greasy tongue coat

Possible Pulse Patterns:

• Slippery rapid pulse

Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:

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

Preparation Notes:

• Decoction. Modern formulations usually double this dosage. The strength of the purgative effect of this formula can be changed by substituting Shu Da Huang for Da Huang, or adding Da Huang towards the end of the cooking process.

Originally Appeared In:

• On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)

Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:

• Stomach, Spleen, Gall Bladder, Liver, Lungs, Heart, Large Intestine

Substances in this Formula (3 Total):

	Yin Chen (Yinchenhao Shoots and Leaves, Capillaris) 茵陈 Qty: 18 grams Chan: LIV, SP, GB, ST Prop: Bitter, Spicy, Cool Latin: Herba Artemisiae Yinchenhao Cat: Herbs that Regulate Water and Drain Dampness
	Zhi Zi (Gardenia, Cape Jasmine Fruit) 栀子 Qty: 9 grams Chan: HT, LIV, LU, ST, TB Prop: Bitter, Cold Latin: Fructus Gardeniae Jasminoidis Cat: Herbs that Drain Fire
	Da Huang (Rhubarb Root and Rhizome) 大簧 Qty: 6 grams Chan: HT, LI, LIV, ST Prop: Bitter, Cold Latin: Radix Et Rhizoma Rhei Cat: Purgatives

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 Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.