Wǔ Líng Sǎn (五苓散, Five-Ingredient Powder with Poria) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Phlegm & damp category, with Zé Xiè as chief herb. It contains Zé Xiè, Fú Líng, Zhū Líng, Bái Zhú and Guì Zhī. Actions: promotes urination; transforms qi; warms Yang; drains Damp.
| Pinyin | Wǔ Líng Sǎn (Wu Ling San) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 五苓散 |
| English | Five-Ingredient Powder with Poria |
| Category | Phlegm & damp |
| Chief | Zé Xiè |
| Tongue | White slippery coat |
| Pulse | Floating |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Zé Xiè | 15g |
| Fú Líng | 9g |
| Zhū Líng | 9g |
| Bái Zhú | 9g |
| Guì Zhī | 6g |
Actions
Promotes urination; transforms qi; warms Yang; drains Damp
Indications
Water metabolism dysfunction: oedema, difficult urination, diarrhoea, headache and fever with vomiting after drinking
Test yourself
What herbs are in Wǔ Líng Sǎn?
Wǔ Líng Sǎn contains Zé Xiè 15g, Fú Líng 9g, Zhū Líng 9g, Bái Zhú 9g and Guì Zhī 6g.
What is Wǔ Líng Sǎn used for?
Water metabolism dysfunction: oedema, difficult urination, diarrhoea, headache and fever with vomiting after drinking.
What are the actions of Wǔ Líng Sǎn?
Promotes urination; transforms qi; warms Yang; drains Damp.
What tongue and pulse go with Wǔ Líng Sǎn?
Tongue: White slippery coat. Pulse: Floating.
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