Chinese Name: 小柴胡汤 Xiao Chai Hu Tang English Name:Minor Bupleurum Decoction
Formula Principles:
Harmonizes and releases Shao-Yang stage disorders, relieves the liver, harmonizes the liver and spleen
Ingredients:
Chai Hu
Bupleurum Root
Huang Qin
Chinese Skullcap
Ban Xia (Jiang)
Pinellia Rhizome (Ginger-Processed)
Sheng Jiang
Ginger
Da Zao
Jujube Fruit
Gan Cao (Mi)
Licorice Root (Processed)
Bai Shen
Ginseng Root
TCM Pattern:
Cold damage entering the Shao-Yang, Heat entering the blood chamber (uterus), liver Qi stagnation with spleen Dampness, liver, gallbladder, stomach, and lung Fire
Dosage:
Mix 4.5 g in hot water and drink as tea, 2-3 daily.