Xiāng Rú Sǎn (香薷散, Elsholtzia Powder) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Release exterior category, with Xiāng Rú as chief herb. It contains Xiāng Rú, Bái Biǎn Dòu and Hòu Pò. Actions: releases Summer Heat; disperses Cold; resolves Damp; harmonises Middle Jiao.
| Pinyin | Xiāng Rú Sǎn (Xiang Ru San) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 香薷散 |
| English | Elsholtzia Powder |
| Category | Release exterior |
| Chief | Xiāng Rú |
| Tongue | White greasy coat |
| Pulse | Floating, slippery |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Xiāng Rú | 9g |
| Bái Biǎn Dòu | 6g |
| Hòu Pò | 6g |
Actions
Releases Summer Heat; disperses Cold; resolves Damp; harmonises Middle Jiao
Indications
Summer Heat with Damp: fever and chills, heavy head and body, chest fullness, vomiting, diarrhoea, no sweating
Test yourself
What herbs are in Xiāng Rú Sǎn?
Xiāng Rú Sǎn contains Xiāng Rú 9g, Bái Biǎn Dòu 6g and Hòu Pò 6g.
What is Xiāng Rú Sǎn used for?
Summer Heat with Damp: fever and chills, heavy head and body, chest fullness, vomiting, diarrhoea, no sweating.
What are the actions of Xiāng Rú Sǎn?
Releases Summer Heat; disperses Cold; resolves Damp; harmonises Middle Jiao.
What tongue and pulse go with Xiāng Rú Sǎn?
Tongue: White greasy coat. Pulse: Floating, slippery.
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