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Nomenaclature

lóng dǎn xiè gān tāng
龍膽瀉肝湯
Gentiana Longdancao Decoction to Drain the Liver
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Clear Internal Heat

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: pain in the hypochondria, HA, dizziness, red and sore eyes, hearing loss, swelling in the ears, a bitter taste in the mouth, irritability, short temper. T: red w/ yellow coat. P: wiry, rapid and forceful.


Composition:

long dan cao 3-9g

huang qin 6-12g

zhi zi 6-12g

mu tong 3-6g

che qian zi 9-15g

ze xie 6-12g

chai hu 3-9g

sheng di huang 9-15g

dang gui 6-12g

gan cao 3-6g


Modifications


Preparation and Administration


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Herbs with this formula

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