Formulas

Èr Chén Tāng (Two-Cured Decoction)

by KPC Herbs

$24.00

Dries dampness and transforms phlegm while harmonizing the Stomach. The foundational phlegm formula upon which many others are built. Used for cough with copious sputum, nausea, chest oppression, and dizziness from phlegm-dampness.

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Formula Class

Phlegm-Transforming, Damp-Drying Formula

TCM Pattern

Phlegm-Dampness Accumulation (Spleen Deficiency with Phlegm)

Formula Composition

Chief Herb

Ban Xia — Pinellia Rhizome (Pinellia ternata)

Dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm, descends rebellious Qi, harmonizes Stomach, and stops nausea. The most important phlegm-resolving herb in Chinese medicine.

Deputy Herb

Chen Pi — Tangerine Peel (Citrus reticulata)

Moves Qi and dries Dampness, strengthens the Spleen and transforms Phlegm. Moving Qi is essential for resolving phlegm accumulation.

Assistant Herbs

Fu Ling — Poria (Poria cocos)

Strengthens the Spleen, drains Dampness, and calms the Shen. Addresses the root cause of phlegm by strengthening Spleen transformation.

Wu Mei — Mume Fruit (Prunus mume)

Astringes and prevents over-drying from the formula. Prevents loss of fluids while the other herbs dry dampness.

Envoy Herb

Zhi Gan Cao — Honey-fried Licorice (Glycyrrhiza uralensis)

Tonifies Qi, harmonizes all herbs, and moderates the drying nature of the formula.

TCM Actions

Dries Dampness and transforms Phlegm
Regulates Qi to help disperse accumulations
Harmonizes the Stomach and stops nausea
Strengthens the Spleen to prevent phlegm production

Clinical Indications

Productive cough with copious white or clear sputum
Nausea, vomiting, and a stifling sensation in the chest
Dizziness and vertigo from Phlegm obstructing the clear Yang
Palpitations from Phlegm disturbing the Heart
Obesity and weight gain from phlegm-dampness
Thick, greasy white tongue coat; slippery pulse