Formulas
Huò Xiāng Zhèng Qì Sǎn
by KPC Herbs
Releases the Exterior, transforms dampness, and regulates Qi in the middle burner. The go-to formula for summertime colds, acute gastroenteritis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal fullness from external wind combined with internal dampness.
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Formula Class
Exterior-Releasing, Damp-Transforming Formula
TCM Pattern
External Wind-Cold with Internal Damp Accumulation (Summer Damp-Cold)
Formula Composition
Chief Herb
Transforms Damp-Turbidity, releases the Exterior, harmonizes the middle burner, and stops vomiting. The defining herb of this formula and summer digestive disorders.
Deputy Herbs
Dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm, descends rebellious Qi, and stops nausea and vomiting.
Moves Qi downward, dries Dampness, and relieves abdominal fullness and bloating.
Assistant Herbs
Strengthens Spleen, dries Dampness, and supports transformation of food and fluids.
Moves Qi, dries Dampness, and harmonizes the middle burner.
Releases the Exterior, disperses Wind-Cold, and moves Qi in the chest and abdomen.
Opens the Lungs, dispels Phlegm, and serves as a guiding herb to the upper body.
TCM Actions
- Releases the Exterior and expels Wind-Cold
- Transforms Dampness and harmonizes the middle burner
- Regulates Qi in the Stomach and Intestines
- Relieves nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Clinical Indications
- Seasonal colds and flu with gastrointestinal symptoms
- Acute gastroenteritis with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Headache with fever and chills
- Fullness and oppression in the chest and epigastrium
- Loss of appetite and abdominal cramping
- Summer damp-cold invasion (classic summer cold formula)
- White greasy tongue coat; moderate pulse