Dan Dou Chi (Prepared Soybean)

Herb 4 of 12 in Cool, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior

Channels:
LU, ST

Properties:
Sweet, Slightly Bitter, Neutral

Latin Name:
Semen Praeparatum Sojae

Actions

Dispels Wind, Cold, or Heat
Due to its mild nature, this herb can also be used for exterior disorders with an underlying Yin Deficiency.
Softens Symptoms of Irritability
For restlessness, irritability, chest constriction, and insomnia especially in the aftermath of a febrile condition.

Contraindications and Cautions

This herb inhibits lactation and should not be taken by nursing mothers.

Herb-Drug Interactions

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Toxicity and Overdose

This section is being researched, and is not completed.

Dosage

6-15 grams.
Part used: seed prepared from fermentation.

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Cong Bai Qi Wei Yin (Scallion Decoction with Seven Ingredients)
Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency
Cong Chi Tang (Scallion and Prepared Soybean Decoction)
Formulas that Release Early-Stage Exterior Disorders
Jia Jian Wei Rui Tang (Modified Polygonatum Odoratum Decoction)
Formulas that Release Exterior Disorders with Interior Deficiency
Lian Po Yin (Coptis and Magnolia Bark Decoction)
Formulas that Clear Damp-Heat
Sang Xing Tang (Mulberry leaf and Apricot Kernel Decoction)
Formulas that Gently Disperse and Moisten Dryness
Shi Gao Tang (Gypsum Decoction)
Formulas that Release Exterior-Interior Excess
Yin Qiao San (Honeysuckle and Forsythia Powder)
Formulas that Release Exterior Wind-Heat
Zhi Zi Dou Chi Tang (Gardenia and Prepared Soybean Decoction)
Formulas that Clear Heat from the Qi Level

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

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.