Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn (金铃子散, Melia Toosendan Powder) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Regulate qi & blood category, with Chuān Liàn Zǐ as chief herb. It contains Chuān Liàn Zǐ and Yán Hú Suǒ. Actions: moves qi; invigorates Blood; relieves pain — specifically for Liver qi stagnation with Heat.
| Pinyin | Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn (Jin Ling Zi San) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 金铃子散 |
| English | Melia Toosendan Powder |
| Category | Regulate qi & blood |
| Chief | Chuān Liàn Zǐ |
| Tongue | Red, thin yellow coat |
| Pulse | Wiry, rapid |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Chuān Liàn Zǐ | 9g |
| Yán Hú Suǒ | 9g |
Actions
Moves qi; invigorates Blood; relieves pain — specifically for Liver qi stagnation with Heat
Indications
Liver qi and Blood stagnation with Heat: hypochondriac pain, epigastric pain, hernia pain — worse with warmth
Test yourself
What herbs are in Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn?
Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn contains Chuān Liàn Zǐ 9g and Yán Hú Suǒ 9g.
What is Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn used for?
Liver qi and Blood stagnation with Heat: hypochondriac pain, epigastric pain, hernia pain — worse with warmth.
What are the actions of Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn?
Moves qi; invigorates Blood; relieves pain — specifically for Liver qi stagnation with Heat.
What tongue and pulse go with Jīn Líng Zǐ Sǎn?
Tongue: Red, thin yellow coat. Pulse: Wiry, rapid.
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