Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang (Rhinoceros Horn and Rehmannia Decoction)
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Sub-Category:
- Formulas that Clear Heat from the Qi Level
Cautions, Contraindications, Herb Drug Interactions:
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Preparation Notes:
- Decoction. Shui Niu Jiao, powdered or shaved, should be substituted for Xi Jiao, as Xi Jiao is from an endangered species. If substituted, the dosage of Shui Niu Jiao should be 30-120 grams. Shui Niu Jiao is usually cooked for 20 minutes separately before it is added to the main decoction.
Originally Appeared In:
- Thousand Ducat Formulas (Qian Jin Yao Fang)
Combined Channels of all herbs in this formula:
- Stomach, Heart, Liver, Kidneys, Spleen
There are 4 Substances in this Chinese Medicne
Xi Jiao (Rhinoceros Horn)Quantity = 3-4 grams
Photo Note:
Shui Niu Jiao (water buffalo) Shown
Channels:
HT, LIV, ST
Properties:
Bitter, Salty, Cold
Latin:
Cornu Rhinoceri
Chinese:
犀角
Tone Marks:
xī jiăo
Quantity = 24-30 grams
Channels:
HT, KI, LIV
Properties:
Sweet, Bitter, Cold
Latin:
Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae
Chinese:
地黄
Tone Marks:
shēng dì huáng
Alt Names:
Sheng Di
Translation:
Fresh Earth Yellow
Quantity = 9-12 grams
Channels:
LIV, SP
Properties:
Sour, Bitter, Slightly Cold
Latin:
Radix Rubrus Paeoniae Lactiflorae
Chinese:
赤芍
Tone Marks:
chì sháo
Translation:
Red Peony
Quantity = 6-8 grams
Channels:
HT, LIV, KI
Properties:
Spicy, Bitter, Cool
Latin:
Cortex Radicis Moutan
Chinese:
牡丹皮
Tone Marks:
mŭ dān pí
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