Classical Formula Glossary
Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang (Rhinoceros Horns and Rehmannia Decoction) 犀角地黃湯
| Formula Type | Formulas that Clear Heat |
| Diagnosis | Heat entering the blood level |
| Action | Clears heatResolves toxicityCool the bloodNourishes YinDispels blood stasisStop bleeding |
| Indication | Fever, various types of bleeding (including vomiting of blood, nosebleed, blood in the stool and urine), black and tarry stools, abdominal distention, fullness, thirst w/inability to swallow, scarlet tongue w/prickets and thin, rapid pulse. |
| Remarks | Some patients become delirious. Widely used in gynecology, pediatrics, dermatology and ophthalmology for problems due to both heat and blood st. |
| Ingredients |
Sheng Di Huang (tested) (24 g) Chi Shao (Organic) (9 g) Mu Dan Pi (tested) (6 g) |
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