Formula Formulas that purge Heat accumulation

Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang

调胃承气汤

Also known as:

Regulate the Stomach and Order the Qi Decoction

Formula Composition

Da Huang
Da Huang
Mang Xiao
Mang Xiao
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
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King
Main ingredient
Deputy
Assists main
Assistant
Supports

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Removes Heat and Dryness in the Lower Burner
  2. Removes constipation

Patterns Treated

Stomach Heat or Fire, Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines

Historical Origin

Discussion of Cold Damage (220 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses Formula Ingredients Contraindications

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang

Main Actions

Removes Heat and Dryness in the Lower Burner
Removes constipation

Key TCM Concepts

Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang is a 3-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Rhubarb (Da Huang) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 220 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that purge Heat accumulation. Its main actions are: 1) removes Heat and Dryness in the Lower Burner and 2) removes constipation.

 

On this page, after a detailed description of each of the three ingredients in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang, we review the patterns and conditions that Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang helps treat.

 

Da Huang is a king ingredient in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang. Like the name indicates, it means it has more power than other ingredients in the formula.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Stomach Heat or Fire
  • Bright Yang Fire in Stomach and Intestines

Ingredients in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Da Huang
Da Huang

Rhubarb

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Da Huang breaks up abdominal masses, accumulations, lingering fluids, and harbored food by flushing them from the Stomach and Intestines
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Mang Xiao
Mang Xiao

Mirabilites

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter, Salty
Organ Affinity Stomach, Large Intestine
Parts Used The rock crushed as a powder
Role in Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
In general Mang Xiao's main actions are as follows: "Purges Stagnation in the Intestines caused by Heat and Dryness, Cools Heat and abates swelling"

In the context of Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang, it is used because it helps Da Huang moisten Dryness and drain downward.
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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 Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
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 Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang, it is used because it helps the other ingredients regulate and harmonize Stomach Qi by removing obstructions.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Tiao Wei Cheng Qi 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, Tiao Wei Cheng Qi 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.