Er Miao San (Two-Marvel Powder)

Er Miao San (二妙散) clears heat and dries dampness in the lower burner; a simple, foundational formula for damp-heat affecting the lower body.

Èr Miào Sǎn  ·  二妙散  ·  Two-Marvel Powder

English Name

Two-Marvel Powder

Classical Source

Dan Xi Xin Fa, 1481

Ingredients

Actions & Functions

  • Clears heat and dries dampness in the lower burner

Indications

Damp-heat of the lower body: hot, swollen, weak or painful knees and legs, damp-heat leg qi, yellow foul vaginal discharge, and damp itchy skin.

Tongue & Pulse

Tongue: yellow greasy coat. Pulse: slippery and rapid.

Modifications

Add Niu Xi (San Miao Wan) or further Yi Yi Ren (Si Miao Wan) for leg damp-heat.

Cautions & Contraindications

For damp-heat; not for deficiency-cold patterns.

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