Formula Formulas for a rebellious Qi

Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang

丁香柿蒂汤

Also known as:

Clove and Persimmon Calyx Decoction

Formula Composition

Ding Xiang
Ding Xiang
Shi Di
Shi Di
Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang
Ren Shen
Ren Shen
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputy
Assists main
Assistant
Supports

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Augments the Qi
  2. Warms the Middle Burner
  3. Directs Rebellious Qi downward
  4. Stops hiccup

Patterns Treated

Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach, Rebellious Stomach Qi

Historical Origin

Symptom, Cause, Pulse, and Treatment (1706 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang

Main Actions

Augments the Qi
Warms the Middle Burner
Directs Rebellious Qi downward
Stops hiccup

Key TCM Concepts

Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang is a 4-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Cloves (Ding Xiang) and Persimmon Calyxes (Shi Di) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 1706 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas for a rebellious Qi. Its main actions are: 1) augments the Qi and 2) warms the Middle Burner.

 

In Chinese Medicine health conditions are thought to arise due to "disharmonies" in the body as a system. These disharmonies are called "patterns" and the very purpose of herbal formulas is to fight them in order to restore the body's harmony.

 

In this case Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach or Rebellious Stomach Qi. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as morning sickness, neurological hiccup or postoperative spasms of the diaphragm for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach
  • Rebellious Stomach Qi

Common Applications

Morning sickness Neurological hiccup Postoperative spasms of the diaphragm

Ingredients in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Ding Xiang
Ding Xiang

Cloves

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried flower bud
Role in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
In general Ding Xiang's main actions are as follows: "Warms the Middle Warmer and directs the Qi downward. Warms the Kidneys and boosts Yang ."

In the context of Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang, it is used because it warms the Stomach, dispels Cold, and directs the flow of Qi downward, stopping hiccup and belching.
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Shi Di
Shi Di

Persimmon calyxes

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Stomach, Lungs
Parts Used Dried persistent calyx
Role in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
In general Shi Di's main actions are as follows: "Directs the flow of Qi downward"

In the context of Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang, it is used because it is a major herb for stopping hiccup and belching.
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Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang

Fresh ginger

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Fresh root
Role in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
Sheng Jiang is extremely effective at warming the Stomach and directing Rebellious Qi downward. As such it is perfect against vomiting and nausea.
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Ren Shen
Ren Shen

Ginseng

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang
In general Ren Shen's main actions are as follows: "Very strongly tonifies the Qi. Tonifies the Lungs and Spleen. Assists the body in the secretion of Fluids and stops thirst. Strengthens the Heart and calms the Shen (mind/spirit)."

In the context of Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang, it is used because it strongly augments the Qi.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang

This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before using any TCM herbal formula.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Ding Xiang Shi Di Tang may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.