Yiyi Fuzi Bai Jiang San and Qianhu Zhike San

Author: Nan Kaiyang  Editor: Gu Yuxi Translator: Gu Yuxi

Yi Yi Fu Zi Bai Jiang San

Treats all diseases caused by insufficient Yang Qi, dampness-heat, and blood stasis (adjust according to symptoms).

The original formula for this prescription in the Shang Han Lun uses “fen” as a unit of measurement. However, this unit did not exist during the Eastern Han Dynasty. Therefore, in this article, it refers to the ratio of medicinal dosages: Yi Yi Ren (Coix Seed) 10 parts, Fu Zi (Prepared Aconite Root) 2 parts, Bai Jiang Cao (Patrinia) 5 parts.

Reference Dosage:

• Yi Yi Ren: 30g
• Fu Zi: 6g
• Bai Jiang Cao: 15g

Clinical Dosage:

• Yi Yi Ren: 30-100g
• Fu Zi: 10-15g
• Bai Jiang Cao: 30-60g (fresh herb with root can be used up to 100g)

For acute conditions, the ratio of Yi Yi Ren to Fu Zi is 4:1 to 5:1.
For treating chronic conditions, the ratio of Yi Yi Ren to Fu Zi is 3:1 to 1:1.
The longer the disease course, the higher the proportion of Fu Zi should be. In this way, the role of Fu Zi in the formula changes from invigorating Yang Qi to warming Yang and resolving dampness.

Qian Hu Zhi Ke San

Qian Hu Tang San treats chronic cough. This formula comes from veteran grassroots TCM physician Guo Yonglai from Shandong.

Main Formula:

• Bei Mu (Fritillaria) (optional): 5-15g
• Jing Jie (Schizonepeta)
• Qian Hu (Peucedanum)
• Jie Geng (Platycodon Root)
• Tian Xing Ren (Sweet Apricot Kernel) (optional for initial stage of common cold)
• Gan Cao (Licorice)
• Pi Pa Ye (Loquat Leaf)
• Bai Qian (Cynanchum Stauntonii)
• Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel): 5-10g
• Zi Wan (Aster): 10-15g
• Lu Gen (Phragmites Rhizome)
• Tian Zhu Huang (Bamboo Sap) (Quan Gua Lou – Trichosanthes Fruit): 10-20g

Disclaimer:​

The experiences and insights shared above represent the author’s personal usage and understanding, and are provided for reference only as part of academic exchange. Please do not blindly replicate or apply them; any consequences arising from such actions are solely your responsibility. As individual constitutions vary, medication should be tailored accordingly. It is advisable to use such treatments under the guidance of a qualified physician. If you have additional experiences to share, comments and submissions are welcome.​
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