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Gu Chong Tang (固沖湯) tonifies the qi and the Spleen and astringes the Chong (penetrating) vessel to stop bleeding; for severe uterine bleeding from Spleen qi deficiency failing to hold the blood.
English Name
Stabilise the Penetrating Vessel Decoction
Classical Source
Yi Xue Zhong Zhong Can Xi Lu, 1918
Ingredients
- Huang Qi, Bai Zhu (tonify qi) – chief; Long Gu, Mu Li, Shan Zhu Yu, Wu Bei Zi (astringe)
- Bai Shao, Hai Piao Xiao, Qian Cao, Zong Lu Tan
Actions & Functions
- Tonifies the qi and Spleen and stabilises the Chong vessel
- Astringes and stops bleeding
Indications
Spleen qi deficiency not holding the blood: heavy uterine bleeding or flooding and trickling, pale and watery blood, palpitations, shortness of breath and fatigue.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: pale. Pulse: thin and weak (or large and weak).
Modifications
With marked cold, add Pao Jiang; for chronic cases, follow with qi-and-blood tonics.
Cautions & Contraindications
For deficiency bleeding; not for bleeding from blood heat or stasis.
