Origin: First documented
in Treatise on Febrile Diseases Caused by External Cold by
Zhang Zhong-Jing of the Han Dynasty, A.D. 220.
Ingredients:
| Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen) |
Chinese Thoroughwax Root
(Chai Hu) |
| Baikal Skullcap Root (Huang Qin) |
Pinellia Rhizome (Ban Xia) |
| Ginger Rhizome (Sheng Jiang) |
Chinese Licorice Root (Gan Cao) |
| Jujube Fruit (Da Zao) |
|
Property and Function: Slightly
Cool. Harmonizes and clears the Shao Yang channel and area.
Primary Traditional Usage :
- Shao Yang syndromes caused by Wind and Cold existing
in the Shao Yang channel and area, producing Heat.
- The use of XCH has been greatly expanded over the last
2,000 years. It may be used for any condition which exhibits
a Shao Yang dysfunction.
- This formula is very safe and is commonly used for occasional
nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Note: A wiry pulse is often present.
Combination: For seasonal
support with Deficiency signs,* combine with XG
Caution: None noted.
*These statements have not been evaluated
by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are
not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |
