shi gao tang
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Nomenaclature

shí gaō tāng
石膏湯
Gypsum Decoction
Other Translations

Meaning of the Name


Functions

Release exterior and induce diaphoresis
Sx: strong fever and chills w/o sweating, HA, a generalized sensation of heaviness and tightness, red face and eyes, dry nasal passages, thirst, irritability and insomnia (leading in severe cases to delirium), possible nosebleeds, coughing up blood, or skin blotches. T: n/a. P: a rapid, slippery or rapid, flooding pulse.


Composition:

shi gao 6g

ma huang 9g

dan dou chi 9g

huang lian 6g

huang qin 6g

huang bai 6g

zhi zi 6-9g


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Preparation and Administration


Cautions and contraindications


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Patent medicine equivalents or alternatives


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Footnote:


Herbs with this formula

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