Formula Formulas that clear Wind-Cold

Jia Wei Xiang Su San

加味香苏散

Also known as:

Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder

Formula Composition

Zi Su Ye
Zi Su Ye
Jing Jie
Jing Jie
Fang Feng
Fang Feng
Qin Jiao
Qin Jiao
Man Jing Zi
Man Jing Zi
Xiang Fu
Xiang Fu
Chuan Xiong
Chuan Xiong
Chen Pi
Chen Pi
Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistants
Supports
Envoy
Directs formula

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Promote sweating
  2. Releases the Exterior

Patterns Treated

Wind-Cold

Historical Origin

Wakening of the Mind in Medical Studies (1732 AD )

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Jia Wei Xiang Su San

Main Actions

Promote sweating
Releases the Exterior

Key TCM Concepts

Jia Wei Xiang Su San is a 10-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Perilla Leaves (Zi Su Ye) and Japanese Catnip (Jing Jie) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 1732 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that clear Wind-Cold. Its main actions are: 1) promote sweating and 2) releases the Exterior .

 

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 Jia Wei Xiang Su San is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Wind-Cold. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as common cold, influenza or upper respiratory tract infections for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Wind-Cold

Common Applications

Common cold Influenza Upper respiratory tract infections Acute gastroenteritis Globus pharyngis

Ingredients in Jia Wei Xiang Su San

Detailed information about each herb in Jia Wei Xiang Su San and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Envoys
Zi Su Ye
Zi Su Ye

Perilla leaves

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried leaf (or bearing young branches)
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Zi Su Ye's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold. Promotes the circulation of Spleen and Stomach Qi. Calms a restless fetus. Detoxifies seafood poisoning"

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it promotes the Qi circulation in the Exterior, opens up the skin pores, and dispel Wind-Cold.
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Jing Jie
Jing Jie

Japanese catnip

Temperature Neutral
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Aerial portion and flowers, or the spikes only (in which case it is called Jing Jie Sui)
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Jing Jie's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold or Heat depending on the other herbs used. Releases the Exterior for measles. Stops bleeding. Abates swellings."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it promotes the Qi circulation in the Exterior, opens up the skin pores, and dispel Wind-Cold.
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Fang Feng
Fang Feng

Saposhnikovia roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Fang Feng's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold. Relieves Wind-Damp-Cold painful obstruction. Disperses Wind."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it dispels Wind-Cold and relieves pain from the muscles and channels.
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Qin Jiao
Qin Jiao

Gentian roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Stomach, Liver
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Qin Jiao's main actions are as follows: "Clears either acute or chronic, Cold or Hot Wind-Damp conditions. Clears Heat from Yin Deficiency. Lubricates the Intestines and promotes bowel movements."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it dispels Wind-Cold and relieves pain from the muscles and channels.
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Man Jing Zi
Man Jing Zi

Vitex fruits

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Stomach, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Man Jing Zi's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior, scatters Wind and clears Heat. Clears Wind-Heat associated with the Liver. Clears Wind-Damp painful obstruction."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it relieves headache.
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Xiang Fu
Xiang Fu

Coco-grass rhizomes

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Spleen, San Jiao (Triple Burner)
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
Xiang Fu promotes Qi and Blood circulation in the Interior and enables the the General Qi to ascend and spread throughout the Exterior. It is particularly good at releasing constraint and removing Stagnation from all twelve Channels.
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Chuan Xiong
Chuan Xiong

Szechuan lovage roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
Chuan Xiong treats of headache. It focuses on the Liver especially, which governs ascension and dispersal. If there is no Qi and Blood Stagnation in the Interior, Pernicious Influences are more easily dispersed from the Exterior.
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Chen Pi
Chen Pi

Tangerine peel

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried pericarp of the ripe fruit
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Chen Pi's main actions are as follows: "Warms the Spleen and regulates the Middle Burner Qi. Dries Dampness and disperses Phlegm from the Lungs and Middle Burner. Reduces the potential for Stagnation caused by tonifying herbs."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it regulates and ascends Qi. It also dries Dampness.
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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 Jia Wei Xiang Su San
In general Sheng Jiang's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold. Warms and circulates Qi in the Middle Burner. Calms a restless fetus and treats morning sickness. Treats seafood poisoning."

In the context of Jia Wei Xiang Su San, it is used because it is acrid. It assists the Lungs in better controlling of the pores and interstices.
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Gan Cao
Gan Cao

Liquorice

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Jia Wei Xiang Su San
Gan Cao harmonizes the actions of the other herbs. It also strengthens theStomach and prevents the Qi regulating herbs from consumingthe Qi.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Jia Wei Xiang Su San

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, Jia Wei Xiang Su San may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.