Gardenia and Prepared Soybean Formula

also known as Zhi Zi Chi Tang

ZHI ZI DOU CHI TANG Uses

• Clear Heat
• Calms restlessness
• Soothes irritability
• Qi Stage: Obstruction of the Chest by Heat
  
  

Indications for Use

Ingredients of ZHI ZI DOU CHI TANG

Safety and Side Effects of ZHI ZI DOU CHI TANG

• Use with caution for those with long-lasting Spleen Deficiency with loose stools

Pregnant and nursing women should consult their healthcare provider before using any supplement.

Most formulas are prescribed according to a TCM diagnosis and are designed for use by practitioners. If you are not a practitioner, self-prescribing is emphatically not recommended. To insure the best outcome, and to minimize any chance of side effects, we urge you to click here and  Start an E-mail Consultation.

How to Dose and Prepare ZHI ZI DOU CHI TANG

Granules: 2-4 grams, taken 2-3 times a day, best on an empty stomach.  Or as prescribed by your practitioner.

Whole Herbs: Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1 packet of herbs in 1-2-quarts (or liters) of water  until 2 cups of medicine remain. Adjust lid and heat to control evaporation. Strain herbs; save and refrigerate the dregs for a second boiling (if desired).

Note that some minerals and shells are pre boiled, some flowers are added during the last 5 minutes of boiling, and some prepared powders are not cooked, but are added to the strained decoction.   

Drink 1 cup in the AM. And 1 cup in the PM. If desired, repeat the following day, using the saved herbs from the refrigerator.  Or as prescribed by your practitioner.  

Pills: Not available at this time.

* Information is for educational purpose and is not meant to substitute for the advice of your healthcare provider. These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.