Shu Gan Tang 疏肝湯 - Soothe the Liver Formula
Bupleurum and Evodia Combination
also known as: Shu Gan San/Wan, LiverSoothe™, Dredge the Liver Decoction, Spread the Liver Decoction
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SHU GAN TANG Ingredients
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Rz. Coptidis | Huang Lian | 10 |
Rx. Bupleurum | Chai Hu | 15 |
Rx. Angelicae Sinensis | Dang Gui | 15 |
Unripe Citrus Peel | Qing Pi | 15 |
Peach Seed Kernel | Tao Ren | 15 |
Fr. Aurantii | Zhi Ke | 15 |
Rz. Liguisticum Walichi | Chuan Xiong | 5 |
White Peony Root | Bai Shao | 5 |
Safflower | Hong Hua | 5 |
SHU GAN TANG Safety and Contraindications
- Do not use this formula for those who do not present with Liver Stagnation or pain from Blood Stasis.
- Use caution if Internal bleeding is suspected.
- Avoid During Pregnancy. Hong Hua and Tao Ren are contraindicated for pregnancy.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is powerful and reliable, but it can be complex. As TCM is not based on symptoms alone, self-diagnosis and self-treatment aren't recommended. Best to start an online-herbal-consultation.
SHU GAN WAN DOSAGE
LiverSoothe™ Tablets: 4 tablets, 2-3 times a day.
Patent Medicine Pills: 8 pills, 3 times a day.
Granules: 2-4 grams, taken 2-3 times a day, best on an empty stomach, or as prescribed
Whole Herbs: Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1 packet (50 grams) of herbs in 2-3 quarts of water for about 30 minutes, or until 2 cups of medicine remain. Strain herbs; save and refrigerate for a second boiling. (CHEN PI should be separated, and added during the final 3-5 minutes of boiling.)
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.
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