Enteritisaccording to TCM

Formulas that clear Wind-Cold

Enteritis can be treated by these formulas when it stems from external pathogenic influences characterized by cold and wind symptoms.

One such formula is Xiao Qing Long Tang, with ephedra as a key herb.

Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.

Formulas that tonify Qi

Enteritis 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 Shen Ling Bai Zhu San, with ginseng as a key herb.

Formulas that Release the Exterior and Clear the Interior

Enteritis can be treated by these formulas when it arises from external pathogenic factors affecting the body's surface, coupled with internal disharmony.

One such formula is Ge Geng Huang Qin Huang Lian Tang, with kudzu root as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Heat from the Organs

Enteritis can be treated by these formulas if it stems from an excess heat condition in specific organs, leading to internal disharmony.

One such formula is Shao Yao Tang, with goldthread rhizome as a key herb.

Formulas that expel Dampness

Enteritis can be treated by these formulas in cases where dampness obstructs the body's normal functions, necessitating herbs that specifically target and expel dampness.

One such formula is Wei Ling Tang, with water plantain as a key herb.

Formulas that promote urination and leach out Dampness

Enteritis can be treated by these formulas when it is caused by an accumulation of dampness in the body, requiring diuretic actions to promote fluid balance.

One such formula is Wu Ling San, with water plantain as a key herb.

Herbs that drain Dampness

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness in the body, aiding in eliminating damp through diuretic action.

One such herb is Water Plantain (Ze Xie), a key herb in some formulas recommended for enteritis, like Wei Ling Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Enteritis 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 enteritis, like Shen Ling Bai Zhu San.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that clear Heat and relieve Toxicity

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs if it arises from internal heat and toxic accumulations, aiding in detoxification and cooling the body.

One such herb is Chinese Lobelia Herbs (Ban Bian Lian), which is directly recommended for enteritis.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Enteritis 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 enteritis, like Xiao Qing Long Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that clear Heat and dry Dampness

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness and heat within the body, aiming to restore balance by drying dampness and clearing heat.

One such herb is Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian), a key herb in some formulas recommended for enteritis, like Shao Yao Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.

One such herb is Climbing Groundsel Herbs (Qian Li Guang), which is directly recommended for enteritis.

Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.

One such herb is Kudzu Roots (Ge Gen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for enteritis, like Ge Gen Tang.

Aromatic herbs that transform Dampness

Enteritis can be treated by these herbs if it stems from damp accumulation, especially in the digestive system, using aromatic properties to transform and dispel dampness.

One such herb is Black Atractylodes Rhizomes (Cang Zhu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for enteritis, like Wei Ling Tang.