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Ren Shen Bai Du San (人參敗毒散) releases exterior wind-cold-damp and supports the qi; for exterior invasion in those with underlying qi deficiency, and for early dysentery from exterior invasion.
English Name
Ginseng Powder to Overcome Pathogenic Influences
Classical Source
Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang, 1107
Ingredients
- Qiang Huo, Du Huo, Chai Hu, Qian Hu (release exterior/wind-damp)
- Chuan Xiong, Zhi Ke, Jie Geng, Fu Ling; Ren Shen (support qi); Gan Cao, Sheng Jiang, Bo He
Actions & Functions
- Releases the exterior and dispels wind-cold-damp
- Supports the qi and resolves the exterior in the deficient
Indications
Exterior wind-cold-damp with qi deficiency: chills and fever, no sweating, stiff aching head and body, cough, a stifling chest; and early dysentery with exterior signs.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: white greasy coat. Pulse: floating and soggy (or weak).
Modifications
Omit Ren Shen (Jing Fang Bai Du San) when there is no deficiency.
Cautions & Contraindications
For exterior excess with deficiency; not for interior heat patterns.
