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Lian Hua Qing Wen (連花清瘟膠囊), ‘Lianhua Qingwen Capsules’, is a modern Chinese patent formula developed in China during the 2003 SARS epidemic. Drawing on Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang, Yin Qiao San and other classical sources, it clears heat and resolves toxicity, releases the exterior and diffuses the Lung. It has been widely studied for influenza and COVID-19.
English Name
Lianhua Qingwen Capsules
Classical Source
Developed in China, 2003 (SARS epidemic)
Ingredients
- Lian Qiao, Jin Yin Hua – clear heat, resolve toxicity
- Zhi Ma Huang, Ku Xing Ren, Shi Gao – diffuse the Lung, clear heat
- Ban Lan Gen, Guan Zhong, Yu Xing Cao, Da Huang, Huo Xiang, Hong Jing Tian, Gan Cao, with menthol (Bo He)
Actions & Functions
- Clears heat and resolves toxicity
- Releases the exterior and diffuses the Lung
- Drains heat and stops cough
Indications
Heat / toxic-heat respiratory infection: fever and aversion to cold, muscle aches, a stuffy or runny nose, cough, headache and sore throat, as in influenza and other viral respiratory illness.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red with a yellow or yellow-greasy coat. Pulse: rapid.
Modifications
A ready-made capsule; taken according to the product directions.
Cautions & Contraindications
For heat patterns; not for wind-cold. Contains Ma Huang and Da Huang – use with caution (hypertension, loose stools, pregnancy); follow professional/product guidance.