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Gan Lu Yin (甘露飲) nourishes the yin and clears damp-heat from the Stomach; for mouth and gum disorders from Stomach yin deficiency with lingering heat.
English Name
Sweet Dew Decoction
Classical Source
Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang, 1107
Ingredients
- Sheng Di, Shu Di, Tian Men Dong, Mai Men Dong, Shi Hu (nourish yin)
- Huang Qin, Yin Chen (clear heat); Zhi Ke, Pi Pa Ye, Gan Cao
Actions & Functions
- Nourishes the yin and generates fluids
- Clears Stomach heat (and damp-heat)
Indications
Stomach yin deficiency with heat: recurrent mouth and tongue ulcers, swollen bleeding gums, bad breath, a dry mouth, and a sore throat.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red with little coat. Pulse: thin and rapid.
Modifications
With more damp-heat, increase Yin Chen and Huang Qin.
Cautions & Contraindications
For yin deficiency with heat; use with caution in Spleen deficiency with damp.
