Huang Lian e Jiao Tang (Coptis and Ass Hide Gelatin Decoction)
Formula 4 of 9 in Formulas that Calm the Spirit
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Sub-Category:
- Formulas that Nourish the Heart and Calm the Spirit
Pattern:
- Fire due to Yin Deficiency
Possible Tongue Appearance:
- Red tongue with dry yellow coat
Possible Pulse Patterns:
- Thin rapid pulse
Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:
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Preparation Notes:
- Decoction. 2 egg yolks (Ji Zi Huang) are mixed into the final strained decoction to assist in draining Fire from the Upper Jiao and generating Yin and Blood.
- E Jiao should also be dissolved in the final strained decoction.
Originally Appeared In:
- On Cold Damage (Shang Han Lun)
Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:
- Large Intestine, Stomach, Heart, Liver, Lungs, Gall Bladder, Kidneys, Spleen
There are 4 Substances in this Chinese Medicne
Huang Lian (Coptis Rhizome)Quantity = 6-8 grams
Channels:
HT, LI, LIV, ST
Properties:
Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Rhizoma Coptidis
Chinese:
黄连
Tone Marks:
huáng lián
Translation:
Yellow Links
Quantity = 6 grams
Channels:
GB, LI, LU, ST
Properties:
Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis
Chinese:
黄芩
Tone Marks:
huáng qín
Quantity = 9 grams
Channels:
KID, LIV, LU
Properties:
Sweet, Neutral
Latin:
Gelatinum Corii Asini
Chinese:
阿胶
Tone Marks:
ē jiāo
Quantity = 6 grams
Channels:
LIV, SP
Properties:
Bitter, Sour, Cool
Latin:
Radix Albus Paeoniae Lactiflorae
Chinese:
白芍
Tone Marks:
bái sháo
Alt Names:
Bai Shao Yao
Translation:
White Peony
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