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Da Cheng Qi Tang

Major Rhubarb Combination | 大承气汤

Also known as:

Major Rhubarb Decoction

Da Cheng Qi Tang

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Purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines, Relieves constipation

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Formulas that purge Heat accumulation

Key Ingredients

Da Huang

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Ingredients in Da Cheng Qi Tang

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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 Da Cheng Qi Tang
Da Huang , as best described in the classic Divine Husbandman's Classic of the Materia Medica, "breaks up abdominal masses, accumulations, lingering Fluids, and harbored food by flushing them from the Stomach and Intestines, pushing out the old so that the new [can enter], unblocking [the passages for] food and drink, regulating the Middle [Burner so that it can again] transform food and the five Yin Organs are calmed."
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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 Da Cheng Qi Tang
Mang Xiao has stool-softening properties that helps the key herb (Rhubarb) in its purgative action. Together they moisten Dryness as they drain downward.
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Zhi Shi
Zhi Shi

Immature Bitter Oranges

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Pungent, Sour
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine
Parts Used Dried unripe fruit
Role in Da Cheng Qi Tang
In general Zhi Shi's main actions are as follows: "Regulates the flow of Qi in the Middle Burner and reduces Food Stagnation. Moves Qi downward and helps constipation. Reduces Stagnant Phlegm and lessens distention and pain. For prolapse of organs when used with the appropriate herbs."

In the context of Da Cheng Qi Tang, it is used because it dissipates clumps and reduces focal distention.
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Hou Pu
Hou Pu

Houpu Magnolia bark

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried stem bark, root bark or branch bark
Role in Da Cheng Qi Tang
Hou Pu disseminates the Qi and relieves the sensation of fullness. Together with Immature bitter orange (Zhi Shi), the other assistant, they assists in the expulsion of stool by moving the Qi. Even though the root of the condition is Heat, the resultant clumping leads to severe Qi Stagnation. Moving the Qi is thus an important aspect of the formula.
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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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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

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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.

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 purge Heat accumulation

Main Actions

  • Purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines
  • Relieves constipation

Formula Origin

Discussion of Cold Damage (220 AD)

Formula Description

Da Cheng Qi Tang is a 4-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) purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines and 2) relieves constipation.

 

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 Da Cheng Qi Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Yang Excess or Full Yang, Heat in Yang brightness Organs or Yang Excess. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as pancreatis, appendicitis or cholecystitis for instance.