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Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang (羌活勝濕湯) dispels wind-damp from the exterior and the channels; for wind-damp lodged in the exterior with a heavy, painful head, neck and back.
English Name
Notopterygium Decoction to Overcome Dampness
Classical Source
Nei Wai Shang Bian Huo Lun, 1247
Ingredients
- Qiang Huo, Du Huo – chief; Gao Ben, Fang Feng, Chuan Xiong, Man Jing Zi (dispel wind-damp/relieve pain)
- Zhi Gan Cao
Actions & Functions
- Dispels wind-damp from the exterior and channels
- Relieves a heavy, painful head and body
Indications
Exterior wind-damp: a heavy, painful head as if ‘wrapped’, a stiff aching neck, shoulders and back, and general heaviness, worse in damp weather.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: white greasy coat. Pulse: floating.
Modifications
With marked cold, add warming herbs.
Cautions & Contraindications
For exterior wind-damp; drying, so use with caution in yin/blood deficiency.
