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Yi Huang Tang (易黃湯) strengthens the Spleen and clears damp-heat from the lower burner to stop discharge; for thick, yellow, foul vaginal discharge from Spleen deficiency with damp-heat.
English Name
Change Yellow Discharge Decoction
Classical Source
Fu Qing Zhu Nu Ke, 1827
Ingredients
- Shan Yao, Qian Shi (strengthen Spleen/secure) – chief
- Huang Bai, Che Qian Zi (clear damp-heat); Bai Guo (astringe)
Actions & Functions
- Strengthens the Spleen and secures the discharge
- Clears damp-heat from the lower burner
Indications
Spleen deficiency with damp-heat: thick, yellow or yellow-white, foul-smelling vaginal discharge, with some itching, fatigue, and a heavy sensation.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red with a yellow greasy coat. Pulse: soggy and rapid.
Modifications
With marked damp-heat, add herbs such as Ku Shen.
Cautions & Contraindications
For damp-heat discharge with Spleen deficiency; for pure Spleen-deficiency (white) discharge use Wan Dai Tang.
