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Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan (甘露消毒丹) clears damp-heat, resolves toxicity and benefits the throat; a principal formula for damp-heat epidemic disorders with fever, jaundice and sore throat.
English Name
Sweet Dew Special Pill to Eliminate Toxin
Classical Source
Yi Xiao Sheng Bai Tang, 19th c.
Ingredients
- Hua Shi, Yin Chen Hao, Huang Qin – chief; Shi Chang Pu, Chuan Bei Mu, Mu Tong
- Huo Xiang, She Gan, Lian Qiao, Bai Dou Kou, Bo He
Actions & Functions
- Clears damp-heat and resolves toxicity
- Benefits the throat and resolves jaundice
Indications
Damp-heat epidemic (damp-warmth): fever, lethargy, a stifling chest and abdomen, jaundice, dark scanty urine, sore throat, and a thick greasy tongue coat.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: white or yellow greasy coat. Pulse: soggy and rapid.
Modifications
Adjust according to whether damp or heat predominates. Use Chuan Mu Tong only.
Cautions & Contraindications
For damp-heat; not for dryness or pure deficiency.
