Symptom family: Hepatitis and Liver Conditions
Parent symptom: Hepatitis
Sub-symptom(s): Acute Icteric Hepatitis
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address icteric hepatitis, organized by formula type.
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by formulas that clear Heat and resolve toxicity if it arises from heat toxins affecting the body.
One such formula is Liang Ge San, with forsythia fruit as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
Formula | Key herbs |
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Liang Ge San | Forsythia Fruits (Lian Qiao) |
Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin | Baikal Skullcap Roots (Huang Qin), Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian) |
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by these formulas if it arises from an excess of internal heat, needing actions that clear heat and reduce its intensity.
One such formula is Da Cheng Qi Tang, with rhubarb as a key herb.
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by these formulas if it arises from poor blood circulation or stagnation of blood, which often manifests in pain or swelling.
One such formula is Di Dang Tang, with leech as a key herb.
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by these formulas in cases of imbalances in the lesser Yang (Shao Yang) phase, which often involve alternating hot and cold sensations.
One such formula is Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang, with sweet wormwood herb as a key herb.
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address icteric hepatitis, organized by herb category.
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by these herbs when it stems from stagnation or poor circulation of blood, helping to improve blood flow and alleviate related discomfort.
One such herb is Leeches (Shui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for icteric hepatitis, like Di Dang Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
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Leeches (Shui Zhi) | Di Dang Tang |
Tabanus Horseflies (Meng Chong) | Di Dang Tang |
Icteric hepatitis 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 Baikal Skullcap Roots (Huang Qin), a key herb in some formulas recommended for icteric hepatitis, like Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
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Baikal Skullcap Roots (Huang Qin) | Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin |
Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian) | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin |
Icteric hepatitis can be treated by these herbs in cases of severe constipation or internal heat, using strong downward movement to purge accumulation.
One such herb is Rhubarb (Da Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for icteric hepatitis, like Da Cheng Qi Tang.
Icteric hepatitis 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 Sweet Wormwood Herbs (Qing Hao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for icteric hepatitis, like Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang.
Icteric hepatitis 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 Forsythia Fruits (Lian Qiao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for icteric hepatitis, like Liang Ge San.