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Ju He Wan (橘核丸) promotes the movement of qi, disperses cold, transforms phlegm-damp and softens hardness; for chronic shan disorders (such as a hard, swollen, painful scrotum/testicle).
English Name
Tangerine Seed Pill
Classical Source
Ji Sheng Fang, 1253
Ingredients
- Ju He – chief; Chuan Lian Zi, Mu Xiang, Zhi Shi, Hou Po (move qi)
- Hai Zao, Kun Bu, Hai Dai, Kun Bu (soften hardness); Tao Ren, Yan Hu Suo (invigorate blood); Rou Gui, Mu Tong
Actions & Functions
- Promotes the movement of qi and disperses cold
- Transforms phlegm-damp, softens hardness and relieves pain
Indications
Chronic shan disorder: a swollen, hard, distended and painful testicle or scrotum, possibly with referred lower-abdominal pain, from cold-damp and phlegm with qi stagnation.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: white greasy coat. Pulse: wiry or deep.
Modifications
With marked cold, increase Rou Gui.
Cautions & Contraindications
For cold/phlegm-damp shan with masses; investigate testicular swelling medically.
