Formula Formulas that expel parasites

Hua Chong Wan

化虫丸

Also known as:

Dissolve Parasites Pill

Formula Composition

He Shi
He Shi
Bing Lang
Bing Lang
Ku Lian Pi
Ku Lian Pi
Qian Dan
Qian Dan
Ming Fan
Ming Fan
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King
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistant
Supports

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Kills intestinal parasites

Patterns Treated

Intestinal Parasite

Historical Origin

Formulary of the Pharmacy Service for Benefiting the People in the Taiping Era (1148 AD )

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Hua Chong Wan

Main Actions

Kills intestinal parasites

Key TCM Concepts

Hua Chong Wan is a 5-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Carpesium Fruits (He Shi) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1148 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that expel parasites. Its main action is that it kills intestinal parasites.

 

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 Hua Chong Wan is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Intestinal Parasite. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as roundworm, ascariasis or tapeworm for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Intestinal Parasite

Common Applications

Roundworm Ascariasis Tapeworm Pinworms Fasciolopsis infestation Liver flukes Intestinal parasites Bladder worms Cysticercosis Hookworms

Ingredients in Hua Chong Wan

Detailed information about each herb in Hua Chong Wan and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
He Shi
He Shi

Carpesium fruits

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used The fruits or seeds
Role in Hua Chong Wan
In general He Shi's main actions are as follows: "Kills parasites and alleviates pain. "

In the context of Hua Chong Wan, it is used because it is an important herb for expelling many types of parasites, especially roundworms.
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Bing Lang
Bing Lang

Areca nuts

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Large Intestine, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Hua Chong Wan
Bing Lang kills tapeworms and fasciolopsis. It also also has a downward-draining effect, which is helpful in expelling intestinal parasites.
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Ku Lian Pi
Ku Lian Pi

Chinaberry root barks

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Liver
Parts Used The root bark
Role in Hua Chong Wan
In general Ku Lian Pi's main actions are as follows: "Kills parasites in the Intestines. Used topically for tinea and trichomonas vaginitis. "

In the context of Hua Chong Wan, it is used because it kills roundworms and pinworms.
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Qian Dan
Qian Dan

Minium

Temperature Cool
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Heart, Lungs
Parts Used The mineral
Role in Hua Chong Wan
Qian Dan kills many types of intestinal parasites. However, it should not be used long term as it is extremely toxic.
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Ming Fan
Ming Fan

Alum

Temperature Cold
Taste Pungent, Sour
Organ Affinity Spleen, Large Intestine, Liver, Lungs
Parts Used The mineral
Role in Hua Chong Wan
In general Ming Fan's main actions are as follows: "Stops itching, relieves Damp-Heat inflammation and kills parasites. Stops blood in stools and urine as well as all types of bleeding if used topically. Relieves diarrhea. Clears Heat and relieves Wind-Phlegm. "

In the context of Hua Chong Wan, it is used because it resolves toxicity, dries Dampness, and helps eliminate the parasites.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Hua Chong Wan

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

Contraindications

This formula contains a high level of toxic substances that can harm various tissues, particularly the neurological and hematological systems. Therefore, it should not be used by pregnant women, nor should it be taken for an extended period of time or in higher dosages than prescribed. It may be modified for use in children. In any case, it is important to harmonize and tonify the Spleen and Stomach after the parasites have been expelled.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Hua Chong Wan may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.