
Xiao Chai Hu Tang Wan -Minor Bupleurum Formula
Xiao Chai Hu Tang Wan also known as Minor Bupleurum Formula
TCM ACTIONS
Harmonises and releases Shao Yang stage disorders. Harmonises the Gallbladder and Stomach.
INDICATIONS
Common cold or influenza with lingering low grade fever, chronic fatigue syndrome, post viral debility, bronchitis, tonsillitis, otitis media, cholecystitis, gastritis, duodenitis, hepatitis, puerperal fever, acute sinusitis, perimenopausal syndrome.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Shao Yang stage pathogen, Alternating episodes of fever and chills, Distending pain over the chest and hypochondrium, Bitter taste in the mouth, Swollen lymph nodes, Dry throat, Dizziness, Normal tongue with a thin white coat, Wiry pulse. Gallbladder, Qi invasion of the stomach. Irritability, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting, Poor appetite, Normal tongue with a thin white coat, Wiry pulse.
ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS
Bupleurum root is used orally in formulas to treat acute infections such as common cold and influenza, malaria, as well as other disorders including irregular menses, prolapse of uterus, and prolapse of rectum. It has been shown to have the following actions: sedative, analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, immune system stimulant, stomachic, carminative, antitussive, anti-cancer, antibacterial, antiviral and antiprotozoal. Scutellaria root is used orally in formulas to treat acute infections of the GIT, lung, liver, skin, etc. as well as to stop bleeding and prevent miscarriage. It has been shown to have the following actions: antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antipyretic, hypotensive, antispasmodic, cholagogue.
DOSAGE & COURSE OF TREATMENT
As directed by your medical practitioner
CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS
Caution for those on anti-coagulant medications (i.e. Heparin, warfarin or aspirin). Caution for those on any type of sedative drug. Contraindicated for patients taking interferon.
COTENTS
200 pills/bottle
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