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Qing Shu Yi Qi Tang (清暑益氣湯, Wang’s version) clears summerheat, generates fluids and tonifies the qi; for summerheat that has damaged both the qi and the fluids.
English Name
Clear Summerheat and Augment the Qi Decoction
Classical Source
Wen Re Jing Wei, 1852
Ingredients
- Xi Gua Cui Yi (watermelon rind), Xi Yang Shen – chief; Shi Hu, Mai Men Dong (nourish fluids)
- Huang Lian, Zhu Ye, Zhi Mu (clear heat); He Geng, Geng Mi, Gan Cao
Actions & Functions
- Clears summerheat
- Tonifies the qi and generates fluids
Indications
Summerheat damaging qi and fluids: fever, profuse sweating, marked thirst, fatigue and lassitude, irritability, and scanty dark urine in hot weather.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red and dry. Pulse: rapid and weak (empty).
Modifications
With more fluid damage, increase the yin-nourishing herbs.
Cautions & Contraindications
For summerheat with qi-fluid damage; not for summerheat with predominant damp.
