Er Miao San (二妙散) clears heat and dries dampness in the lower burner; a simple, foundational formula for damp-heat affecting the lower body.
English Name
Two-Marvel Powder
Classical Source
Dan Xi Xin Fa, 1481
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Clears heat and dries dampness in the lower burner
Indications
Damp-heat of the lower body: hot, swollen, weak or painful knees and legs, damp-heat leg qi, yellow foul vaginal discharge, and damp itchy skin.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: yellow greasy coat. Pulse: slippery and rapid.
Modifications
Add Niu Xi (San Miao Wan) or further Yi Yi Ren (Si Miao Wan) for leg damp-heat.
Cautions & Contraindications
For damp-heat; not for deficiency-cold patterns.
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