Sāng Jú Yǐn (桑菊饮, Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Release exterior category, with Sāng Yè and Jú Huā as chief herbs. It contains Sāng Yè, Jú Huā, Xìng Rén, Lián Qiào, Bò Hé, Jié Gěng, Lú Gēn and Zhì Gān Cǎo. Actions: releases Wind-Heat; diffuses Lung qi, stops cough — milder than Yin Qiao San.

PinyinSāng Jú Yǐn (Sang Ju Yin)
Chinese桑菊饮
EnglishMulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink
CategoryRelease exterior
ChiefSāng Yè, Jú Huā
TongueThin white or yellow coat
PulseFloating, rapid

Ingredients

HerbDose
Sāng Yè7.5g
Jú Huā3g
Xìng Rén6g
Lián Qiào5g
Bò Hé2.5g
Jié Gěng6g
Lú Gēn6g
Zhì Gān Cǎo2.5g

Actions

Releases Wind-Heat; diffuses Lung qi, stops cough — milder than Yin Qiao San

Indications

Early Wind-Heat: cough with mild fever, slight thirst

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What herbs are in Sāng Jú Yǐn?

Sāng Jú Yǐn contains Sāng Yè 7.5g, Jú Huā 3g, Xìng Rén 6g, Lián Qiào 5g, Bò Hé 2.5g, Jié Gěng 6g, Lú Gēn 6g and Zhì Gān Cǎo 2.5g.

What is Sāng Jú Yǐn used for?

Early Wind-Heat: cough with mild fever, slight thirst.

What are the actions of Sāng Jú Yǐn?

Releases Wind-Heat; diffuses Lung qi, stops cough — milder than Yin Qiao San.

What tongue and pulse go with Sāng Jú Yǐn?

Tongue: Thin white or yellow coat. Pulse: Floating, rapid.

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