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Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang

Pinellia Epigastrium Draining Decoction | 半夏泻心汤

Also known as:

Pinellia Decoction to Drain the Epigastrium , Pinellia Decoction

Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang

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Descends the Rebellious Stomach Qi, Relieves both Heat and Cold Stagnation in the gastrointestinal tract, Harmonizes the Stomach, Disperses clumping, Eliminates focal distention

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Formulas that harmonize Stomach-Intestines

Key Ingredients

Huang Lian

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Ingredients in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang

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Huang Lian
Huang Lian

Goldthread rhizomes

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Large Intestine, Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
Huang Lian is specific for draining "Stagnation stemming from Dampness and Heat", a key issue this formula aims to treat. It also focuses on the epigastrium, making it an even more specific choice as the key ingredient.
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Huang Qin
Huang Qin

Baikal skullcap roots

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Large Intestine, Lungs, Small Intestine, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
In general Huang Qin's main actions are as follows: "Expels Heat and Dampness. Clears Upper Burner Heat, especially of the Lung. Clears Heat and stops reckless movement of Blood. Clears pathogenic Heat which is upsetting the fetus. Cools the Liver, reducing Liver Yang rising syndrome."

In the context of Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, it is used because it drains clumping from the epigastrium by drying and directing downward.
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Ban Xia
Ban Xia

Crow-dipper rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome and tuber
Role in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
In general Ban Xia's main actions are as follows: "Drains Dampness and reduces Phlegm. Reverses the flow of Rebellious Qi. Reduces hardenings and relieves distention."

In the context of Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, it is used because it enters the Stomach Channel and disperses clumping, stops vomiting, and eliminates focal distention.
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Gan Jiang
Gan Jiang

Dried ginger

Temperature Hot
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Lungs, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
Gan Jiang enters the Spleen and Stomach to assist in the transformation of thin mucus while restoring Yang Qi to the Middle Burner.
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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 Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
Ren Shen works together with Jujube dates (Da Zao), another assistant herb of this formula, to prevent the dispersing actions of the chief and deputy herbs from injuring the Normal Qi. In this manner, they work with the key herb (Goldthread rhizome) to stop the vomiting.
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Da Zao
Da Zao

Jujube dates

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
In general Da Zao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach Qi. Tonifies the Blood. Calms the Shen (spirit). Moderates the actions of other herbs in formula."
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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 Ban Xia Xie Xin 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 Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, it is used because it helps the assistant herbs tonify the middle Qi and harmonizes the actions of the other ingredients.
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Usage & Safety

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Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

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Modern Usage

Banxia Xiexin Tang has the effects of harmonizing the Liver and Spleen, balancing Cold and Heat, and dispersing lumps and resolving clumps. It is primarily used to treat "Pi syndrome" (Painful Obstruction syndrome) caused by the intermingling of Cold and Heat Evils. Symptoms include a sensation of fullness below the Heart (epigastric region) without pain, possible vomiting, intestinal rumbling, diarrhea, and a greasy tongue coating that is slightly yellow. Clinically, this formula is often used for conditions such as acute and chronic gastroenteritis, chronic colitis, chronic hepatitis, and early-stage cirrhosis, particularly in cases involving Spleen Qi Deficiency with mixed Cold and Heat Evils

Cautions & Warnings

Although this formula is typically safe for most individuals, it may cause side effects in some people. Pregnant women, nursing mothers, postpartum women, and those with liver disease should use the formula with caution.

As with any Chinese herbal remedy, it is advisable to seek guidance from a qualified TCM practitioner before beginning treatment.

TCM Properties

Traditional Chinese Medicine characteristics and actions of this formula

Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

This is just partial information on the formula's TCM properties. More detailed information is available on the formula's dedicated page

Formula Category

Formulas that harmonize Stomach-Intestines

Main Actions

  • Reverses the flow of Rebellious Stomach Qi
  • Relieves both Heat and Cold Stagnation in the gastrointestinal tract

Formula Origin

Discussion of Cold Damage (220 AD)

Formula Description

Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang is a 7-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 220 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that harmonize Stomach-Intestines. Its main actions are: 1) reverses the flow of Rebellious Stomach Qi and 2) relieves both Heat and Cold Stagnation in the gastrointestinal tract.

 

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 Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine or Phlegm-Heat in the Middle Burner. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as peptic ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease or gastritis for instance.