Properties & Channels

Drug Interactions

Incompatible Herbs

Toxic or Endangered

Latin Name Notes

Da Zao (Date, Jujube)

Channels: SP, ST Properties: Sweet, Warm Latin Name: Fructus Zizyphi Jujubae

Alternate Names

• Hong Zao, Hei Da Zao, Hei Zao

Actions

Contraindications and Cautions

Herb-Drug Interactions

Toxicity and Overdose

• None Noted.

Dosage

• 10-30 grams (3-12 Fruits)

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

• Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang (Pinellia, Atractylodis Macrocephalae, and Gastrodia Decoction)
  Formulas that Transform Phlegm and Extinguish Wind
• Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang (Pinellia Decoction to Drain the Epigastrium)
  Formulas that Harmonize the Stomach and Intestines
• Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang (Bupleurum and Kudzu Decoction to Release the Muscle Layer)
  Formulas that Release Exterior Wind-Heat
• Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang (Bupleurum Plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction)
  Formulas that Sedate and Calm the Spirit
• Da Chai Hu Tang (Major Bupleurum Decoction)
  Formulas that Harmonize Lesser Yang-stage Disorders
• Dang Gui Si Ni Tang (Tangkuei Decoction for Frigid Extremities)
  Formulas that Warm the Channels and Disperse Cold
• Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang (Stephania and Astragalus Decoction)
  Formulas that Promote Urination and Leach out Dampness
• Gan Mai Da Zao Tang (Licorice, Wheat, and Jujube Decoction)
  Formulas that Nourish the Heart and Calm the Spirit
• Ge Gen Tang (Kudzu Decoction)
  Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Head and Neck Symptoms
• Gui Pi Tang (Restore the Spleen Decoction)
  Formulas that Tonify the Qi and Blood
• Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang (Cinnamon Twig Decoction Plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell)
  Formulas that Stabilize the Kidneys
• Gui Zhi Tang (Cinnamon Twig Decoction)
  Formulas that Release Exterior Cold
• Huang Long Tang (Yellow Dragon Decoction)
  Formulas that Purge Heat Accumulation
• Jia Jian Wei Rui Tang (Modified Polygonatum Odoratum Decoction)
  Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency
• Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang (Tangerine Peel and Bamboo Shavings Decoction)
  Formulas that Direct Rebellious Qi Downward
• Mai Men Dong Tang (Ophiopogonis Decoction)
  Formulas that Enrich the Yin and Moisten Dryness
• Ping Wei San (Calm the Stomach Powder)
  Formulas that Transform Damp Turbidity
• Shi Pi Yin (Bolster the Spleen Decoction)
  Formulas that Warm and Transform Water and Dampness
• Shi Quan Da Bu Tang (All-Inclusive Great Tonifying Decoction)
  Formulas that Tonify the Qi and Blood
• Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang (Perilla Fruit Decoction for Directing Qi Downward)
  Formulas that Direct Rebellious Qi Downward
• Wen Dan Tang (Warm the Gallbladder Decoction)
  Formulas that Clear Heat and Transform Phlegm
• Wu Zhu Yu Tang (Evodia Decoction)
  Formulas that Warm the Middle and Dispel Cold
• Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Minor Bupleurum Decoction)
  Formulas that Harmonize Lesser Yang-stage Disorders
• Xiao Jian Zhong Tang (Minor Construct the Middle Decoction)
  Formulas that Warm the Middle and Dispel Cold
• Xing Su San (Apricot Kernel and Perilla Leaf Powder)
  Formulas that Gently Disperse and Moisten Dryness
• Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang (Inula and Hematite Decoction)
  Formulas that Direct Rebellious Qi Downward
• Zai Zao San (Renewal Powder)
  Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency
• Zhi Gan Cao Tang (Honey Fried Licorice Decoction)
  Formulas that Tonify the Qi and Blood
  

References

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

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

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