Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseaseaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Lung issues
TCM Herbal Formulas for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that tonify qi
- Formulas that dispel phlegm
- Formulas that clear heat and transform phlegm
- Formulas that clear wind-Cold
Formulas that tonify Qi
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these formulas if it results from Qi deficiency, necessitating treatments that boost the body's vital energy.
One such formula is Bu Fei Tang, with ginseng as a key herb.
Formulas that dispel Phlegm
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these formulas when it is linked to phlegm accumulation, affecting respiratory and other body functions.
One such formula is Di Tan Tang, with arisaema as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Heat and transform Phlegm
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by formulas that clear Heat and transform Phlegm if it is linked to heat leading to phlegm accumulation.
One such formula is Gun Tan Wan, with chlorite schist as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Wind-Cold
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these formulas when it stems from external pathogenic influences characterized by cold and wind symptoms.
One such formula is Ma Huang Tang, with ephedra as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
- Warm herbs that transform phlegm and stop cough
- Herbs that regulate qi
- Cool herbs that transform phlegm and stop cough
- Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.
One such herb is Ginseng (Ren Shen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like Bu Fei Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency" recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ginseng (Ren Shen) | Bu Fei Tang |
| Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi) | Bu Fei Tang |
Warm herbs that transform Phlegm and stop Cough
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these herbs when it results from phlegm due to cold deficiency, aiming to warm the lungs and dissolve phlegm accumulation.
One such herb is Arisaema (Tian Nan Xing), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like Di Tan Tang.
Herbs that regulate Qi
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these herbs when resulting from Qi stagnation or imbalance, helping to promote the smooth flow of Qi in the body.
One such herb is Red Tangerine Peel (Ju Hong), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like Di Tan Tang.
Cool herbs that transform Phlegm and stop Cough
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these herbs when it is related to heat-phlegm accumulation, aiding in dissolving phlegm and soothing the respiratory system.
One such herb is Chlorite Schist (Meng Shi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like Gun Tan Wan.
Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can be treated by these herbs when there is a need to dispel external cold and warm the body, especially in cases where there is insufficient Yang energy internally.
One such herb is Ephedra (Ma Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like Ma Huang Tang.