Formula Formulas that clear Wind-Heat

Sang Ju Yin

桑菊饮

Also known as:

Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink， Morus and Chrysanthemum Combination

Formula Composition

Sang Ye
Sang Ye
Ju Hua
Ju Hua
Lian Qiao
Lian Qiao
Bo He
Bo He
Jie Geng
Jie Geng
Xing Ren
Xing Ren
Lu Gen
Lu Gen
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistant
Supports
Envoy
Directs formula

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Disperses Wind
  2. Stops coughing by invigorating Lung Qi
  3. Clears Heat

Patterns Treated

Wind-Heat, Toxic-Heat

Historical Origin

Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases (1798 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses Formula Ingredients Contraindications

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Sang Ju Yin

Main Actions

Disperses Wind
Stops coughing by invigorating Lung Qi
Clears Heat

Key TCM Concepts

Sang Ju Yin is a 8-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Mulberry Leaves (Sang Ye) and Chrysanthemum Flowers (Ju Hua) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 1798 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that clear Wind-Heat. Its main actions are: 1) disperses Wind and 2) stops coughing by invigorating Lung Qi.

 

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 Sang Ju Yin is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Wind-Heat or Toxic-Heat. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as common cold, influenza or bronchitis for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Wind-Heat
  • Toxic-Heat

Common Applications

Common cold Influenza Bronchitis Pneumonia Tonsillitis Conjunctivitis

Ingredients in Sang Ju Yin

Detailed information about each herb in Sang Ju Yin and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Envoys
Sang Ye
Sang Ye

Mulberry leaves

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried leaves
Role in Sang Ju Yin
Sang Ye is cool and light. Its flavor is bitter and sweet. It can clear Heat from the Exterior. It helps stop coughing by removing the Lung Heat.
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Ju Hua
Ju Hua

Chrysanthemum flowers

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried capitulum
Role in Sang Ju Yin
In general Ju Hua's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and clears Heat. Relieves Wind-Heat from the Liver channel and clears the eyes. Cools Heat of the Liver and Kidney due to Yin Deficiency. Relieves patterns of Liver Yang rising."

In the context of Sang Ju Yin, it is used because it disperses Wind Heat in the Upper Burner, including the eyes affecting one.
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Lian Qiao
Lian Qiao

Forsythia fruits

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Small Intestine
Parts Used Dried fruit
Role in Sang Ju Yin
In general Lian Qiao's main actions are as follows: "Expels Heat and toxicity from the Blood. Dispels External Wind-Heat. Reduces lumps, swollen lymph nodes and sores of a Heated nature."

In the context of Sang Ju Yin, it is used because it assists the formula in releasing the Exterior.
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Bo He
Bo He

Wild mint

Temperature Cool
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried aerial parts
Role in Sang Ju Yin
In general Bo He's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Wind-Heat. Clears Wind-Heat from the head, eyes and throat. Allows the release of toxins from the skin. Moves Stagnant Liver Qi"

In the context of Sang Ju Yin, it is used because it assists the formula in releasing the Exterior.
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Jie Geng
Jie Geng

Platycodon roots

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Sang Ju Yin
Jie Geng helps the two key herbs in invigorating the Lung Qi and stopping coughing by directing the Qi upwards.
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Xing Ren
Xing Ren

Apricot seeds

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Large Intestine, Lungs
Parts Used Dried ripe seeds
Role in Sang Ju Yin
Xing Ren helps the two key herbs in invigorating the Lung Qi and stopping coughing by directing the Qi downwards.
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Lu Gen
Lu Gen

Common reed rhizomes

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Stomach
Parts Used Fresh or dried rhizome
Role in Sang Ju Yin
In general Lu Gen's main actions are as follows: "Clears Heat and promotes the generation of Fluids. Dispels Lung Heat. Dispels Stomach Heat. Promotes urination and clears Heat in the urinary tract. Calm the minds and stop vomiting."

In the context of Sang Ju Yin, it is used because it clears Heat and generates Body Fluids so as to reduce thirst.
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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 Sang Ju Yin
In general Gan Cao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Basal Qi and nourishes the Spleen Qi. Clears Heat and dispels toxicity. Moistens the Lungsexpel phlegm and stop coughing. Relieves spasms and alleviates pain. Harmonizes and moderates the effects of other herbs."

In the context of Sang Ju Yin, it is used because it helps clear the Heat and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Sang Ju Yin

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, Sang Ju Yin may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.