Classical Formula Glossary
Bai Tou Weng Tang (Pulsatilla decoction) 白頭翁湯
| Formula Type | Formulas that Clear Heat |
| Diagnosis | Hot dysenteric disorder due to heat toxin searing the Stomach and Intestines |
| Action | Clears heat, resolves toxicity, cools the blood, alleviates dysenteric disorder |
| Indication | Abdominal pain, tenesmus, burning sensation around the anus, diarrhea containing more blood than pus, thirst, red tongue w/yellow coating and wiry, rapid pulse |
| Remarks | For terminal Yin-warp dysenteric disorder due to heat. Also treats painful or bloody urinary disfunction and acute eye disorder. |
| Ingredients |
Bai Tou Weng (Organic) (18 g) Huang Bai (tested) (12 g) Qin Pi (tested) (12 g) |
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