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Formulas that dispel Summer-Heat and facilitate resolution of Dampness

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Hua Shi

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Hua Shi
Hua Shi

Talc

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Stomach
Parts Used The mineral itself
Role in
Hua Shi is sweet, cooling, and slippery. It unblocks stagnation, promotes passage through all the orifices, clears and resolves Summer-Heat, and harmonizes the Stomach. It focuses on the central nature of the pattern as well as on both of the pathogens, Summer-Heat and Dampness.
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Shi Gao
Shi Gao

Gypsum

Temperature Cold
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Stomach
Parts Used The mineral itself
Role in
Shi Gao is acrid and cooling and strengthens the Heat-clearing action of the formula. Together, the three minerals in the formula develop a downward directing action that promotes unblocking of the Triple Burner. Unlike bitter, cooling herbs, the sweet and salty flavor of these minerals does not dry the Body Fluids or constrain the Qi.
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Han Shui Shi
Han Shui Shi

Calcitum

Temperature Cold
Taste Pungent, Salty
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys
Parts Used The powered mineral
Role in
Han Shui Shi is acrid and cooling and strengthens the Heat-clearing action of the formula. Together, the three minerals in the formula develop a downward directing action that promotes unblocking of the Triple Burner. Unlike bitter, cooling herbs, the sweet and salty flavor of these minerals does not dry the Body Fluids or constrain the Qi.
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Rou Gui
Rou Gui

Cinnamon bark

Temperature Hot
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried stem bark
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Rou Gui assists in the transformation of Qi in the Lower Burner. Its warming and drying nature also counter balances the very cooling nature of the key herb and deputies herbs.
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Zhu Ling
Zhu Ling

Polyporus

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys
Parts Used Dried sclerotium
Role in
Zhu Ling promote urination and expel Dampness. Together, the four Dampness resolving assist herbs restore the ascending and descending functions of the Qi mechanism, transform the Bladder Qi , and alleviate sudden turmoil disorder.
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Fu Ling
Fu Ling

Poria-cocos mushrooms

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried sclerotium
Role in
Fu Ling promote urination and expel Dampness. Together, the four Dampness resolving assist herbs restore the ascending and descending functions of the Qi mechanism, transform the Bladder Qi , and alleviate sudden turmoil disorder.
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Ze Xie
Ze Xie

Water plantain

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys
Parts Used Dried tuber
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Ze Xie promote urination and expel Dampness. Together, the four Dampness resolving assist herbs restore the ascending and descending functions of the Qi mechanism, transform the Bladder Qi , and alleviate sudden turmoil disorder.
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Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu

Atractylodes rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in
Bai Zhu strengthens the Spleen. Together, the four Dampness resolving assist herbs restore the ascending and descending functions of the Qi mechanism, transform the Bladder Qi , and alleviate sudden turmoil disorder.
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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
Gan Cao harmonizes the diverse actions of the formula. It also helps Talc in clearing Heat and assists Poria and Atractylodes rhizome in strengthens the Spleen.
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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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Cautions & Warnings

Gui Ling Gan Lu Yin is typically safe for most individuals, but it can lead to side effects in some cases. Pregnant, nursing, or postpartum women, as well as those with liver conditions, should use this formula cautiously and preferably under professional supervision.

As with any Chinese herbal remedy, it is advisable to seek guidance from a qualified Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner before beginning treatment with Gui Ling Gan Lu Yin.

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 dispel Summer-Heat and facilitate resolution of Dampness

Main Actions

  • Expels Summerheat
  • Clears Heat
  • Transforms Qi
  • Removes Dampness

Formula Origin

Formulas from the Discussion Illuminating the Yellow Emperor's Basic Questions (1172 AD)

Formula Description

Gui Ling Gan Lu Yin is a 9-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Talc (Hua Shi) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1172 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that dispel Summer-Heat and facilitate resolution of Dampness. Its main actions are: 1) expels Summerheat and 2) clears Heat.

 

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 Gui Ling Gan Lu Yin is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Summer Heat with Dampness. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as acute gastroenteritis, cholera or heat stroke for instance.