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Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang (防己黃芪湯) augments the qi and stabilises the exterior while promoting urination to reduce oedema; for wind-dampness or oedema with defensive-qi deficiency.
English Name
Stephania and Astragalus Decoction
Classical Source
Jin Gui Yao Lue, c. 220 CE
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Augments the qi and stabilises the exterior
- Promotes urination and reduces oedema; dispels wind-damp
Indications
Defensive-qi deficiency with wind-damp/oedema: heaviness and swelling of the body, sweating, aversion to wind, difficult urination, and aching joints.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: pale with a white coat. Pulse: floating and weak.
Modifications
Use Han Fang Ji (Stephania) only; never Aristolochia.
Cautions & Contraindications
For wind-damp/oedema with qi deficiency; not for excess damp-heat oedema.
