Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng (茵陈蒿汤, Capillary Wormwood Decoction) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Clear heat category, with Yīn Chén Hāo as chief herb. It contains Yīn Chén Hāo, Zhī Zǐ and Dà Huáng. Actions: clears Damp-Heat; promotes urination; reduces jaundice.
| Pinyin | Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng (Yin Chen Hao Tang) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 茵陈蒿汤 |
| English | Capillary Wormwood Decoction |
| Category | Clear heat |
| Chief | Yīn Chén Hāo |
| Tongue | Yellow greasy coat |
| Pulse | Slippery, rapid |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Yīn Chén Hāo | 18g |
| Zhī Zǐ | 9g |
| Dà Huáng | 6g |
Actions
Clears Damp-Heat; promotes urination; reduces jaundice
Indications
Damp-Heat jaundice (Yang jaundice): bright yellow skin, fever, thirst, dark urine, constipation
Test yourself
What herbs are in Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng?
Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng contains Yīn Chén Hāo 18g, Zhī Zǐ 9g and Dà Huáng 6g.
What is Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng used for?
Damp-Heat jaundice (Yang jaundice): bright yellow skin, fever, thirst, dark urine, constipation.
What are the actions of Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng?
Clears Damp-Heat; promotes urination; reduces jaundice.
What tongue and pulse go with Yīn Chén Hāo Tāng?
Tongue: Yellow greasy coat. Pulse: Slippery, rapid.
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