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Ku Can Tang

Sophora Root Wash | 苦参汤

Also known as:

Ku Shen Tang Xi Ji

Ku Can Tang

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Actions

Dispels Wind, Dries Dampness, Kills parasites, Relieves skin itching

Category

External formulas for External disorders

Key Ingredients

Ku Shen

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Ingredients in Ku Can Tang

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Ku Shen
Ku Shen

Sophora roots

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Heart, Large Intestine, Liver, Stomach
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Ku Can Tang
Ku Shen disperses Wind, kills parasites and stops itching topically. It is effective in treating general itching or vaginitis due to trichomonas infection, together with Phellodendron bark and Cnidium Seed.
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She Chuang Zi
She Chuang Zi

Cnidium Seeds

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Kidneys
Parts Used Seeds
Role in Ku Can Tang
In general She Chuang Zi's main actions are as follows: "Applied topically it clears Damp-Heat on the skin and kills parasites. Tonifies Kidney Yang. Warms and dries Wind-Damp-Cold. "

In the context of Ku Shen Tang, it is used because it dries Dampness, kills parasites and stop itching when applied topically.
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Jin Yin Hua
Jin Yin Hua

Honeysuckle flowers

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Stomach
Parts Used Dried flower bud
Role in Ku Can Tang
In general Jin Yin Hua's main actions are as follows: "Clears Heat and dispels toxicity. Dispels Wind-Heat derived from an External pathogen. Expels Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner. Relieves Carbuncles."

In the context of Ku Shen Tang, it is used because it clears Toxic-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 Ku Can Tang
Ju Hua disperses Wind and clears Toxic-Heat. disperses Wind, kills parasites and stops itching topically. It is effective in treating general itching or vaginitis due to trichomonas infection, together with Phellodendron bark and Sophora root.
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Huang Bo
Huang Bo

Phellodendron bark

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys, Large Intestine
Parts Used Dried bark
Role in Ku Can Tang
Huang Bo treats general itching or vaginitis due to trichomonas infection, together with Sophora root and Cnidium Seed. It clears Fire and relives Toxin.
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Bai Zhi
Bai Zhi

Angelica roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Lungs
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Ku Can Tang
In general Bai Zhi's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Wind. Disperses Wind and Cold from the Yang Brightness channels. Relieves Wind-Damp Cold painful obstruction. Dries Dampness and pus and reduces swelling. Opens the nasal passages."

In the context of Ku Shen Tang, it is used because it reduces swelling, clears toxin and disperses pus.
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Di Fu Zi
Di Fu Zi

Kochia fruits

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys
Parts Used The seeds or fruits
Role in Ku Can Tang
In general Di Fu Zi's main actions are as follows: "Encourages urination and dispels Damp-Heat. Drains Dampness and stop itching."

In the context of Ku Shen Tang, it is used because it expels Dampness and stop itching.
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Shi Chang Pu
Shi Chang Pu

Sweetflag rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Stomach, Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Ku Can Tang
Shi Chang Pu invigorates Blood, reduces swelling and relieves sores. It also relieves Painful Obstruction Syndrome due to Wind-Damp when used internally or topically.
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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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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

External formulas for External disorders

Main Actions

  • Dispels Wind
  • Dries Dampness
  • Kills parasites
  • Relieves itching

Formula Origin

Collected Experiences on Treating Sores (1806 AD )

Formula Description

Ku Shen Tang is a 8-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Sophora Roots (Ku Shen) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1806 AD, it belongs to the category of external formulas for External disorders. Its main actions are: 1) dispels Wind and 2) dries Dampness.

 

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 Ku Shen Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Damp-Wind. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis or scabies for instance.