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Qing Wei San

Coptis & Rehmannia Formula | 清胃散

Also known as:

Clear the Stomach Powder , Clear the Stomach Fire Powder

Qing Wei San

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Drains Stomach Fire, Cools the Blood, Nourishes the Yin

Category

Formulas that clear Heat from the Organs

Key Ingredients

Huang Lian

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Ingredients in Qing Wei San

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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 Qing Wei San
In general Huang Lian's main actions are as follows: "Expels Damp-Heat especially in the Lower Burner. Eliminates Fire toxicity especially when there is associated Dampness. Acts as a sedative by eliminating Heart Fire. Eliminates Stomach Fire. Expel parasites"

In the context of Qing Wei San, it is used because it attacks the Stomach Fire and drains the accumulation of Heat.
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Sheng Ma
Sheng Ma

Bugbane rhizomes

Temperature Cool
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Large Intestine, Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Qing Wei San
Sheng Ma raises and disperses the Heat and resolves toxicity. Discussion of Medicinal Properties, a Chinese medicine classic, lists it as a specific herb for toothache, ulcers, and festering sores in the mouth. Its synergy with Goldthread rhizome (Huang Lian) , the key herb in this formula, ensures that draining of Fire does not harm the Qi dynamic, and that the ascent of Yang does not further fan the rising Fire.
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Mu Dan Pi
Mu Dan Pi

Mudan peony bark

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Root barks
Role in Qing Wei San
Mu Dan Pi works together with Unprepared Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang), another assistant herb here, to cool the Blood and nourish the Yin.
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Dang Gui
Dang Gui

Dong quai

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Qing Wei San
In general Dang Gui's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Blood. Lubricates the Intestines. Relieve constipation. Promotes circulation and dispels Bi Pain. Reduce Dysmenorrhea and help with irregular menstruation."

In the context of Qing Wei San, it is used because it reduces swelling and alleviates pain by harmonizing the Blood.
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Di Huang
Di Huang

Unprepared Rehmannia

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Prepared dried root tuber
Role in Qing Wei San
In general Sheng Di Huang's main actions are as follows: "Expels Heat by Cooling Blood. Tonifies Yin by promoting Fluid production. Soothes the Heart by calming Blazing Fire. Cools and nourishes."
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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

Qing Wei San is classified as a Heat-clearing formula and has the effects of clearing Heat from the internal organs, specifically the Stomach, and cooling the Blood. It is primarily used for toothache caused by Stomach Fire. Symptoms include toothache that radiates to the head, facial heat, a preference for cold and an aversion to heat in the affected teeth, bleeding gums, red and swollen gums that may ulcerate, swelling and pain in the lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw, foul breath, dry mouth and tongue, a red tongue with a yellow coating, and a slippery, rapid pulse. Clinically, this formula is often used to treat conditions such as stomatitis and periodontitis that are attributed to the upward attack of Stomach Fire.

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 clear Heat from the Organs

Main Actions

  • Drains Stomach Fire
  • Cools the Blood
  • Nourishes the Yin

Formula Origin

Secrets from the Orchid Chamber (1336 AD)

Formula Description

Qing Wei San is a 5-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1336 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that clear Heat from the Organs. Its main actions are: 1) drains Stomach Fire and 2) cools the Blood.

 

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 Qing Wei San is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Stomach Heat or Fire or Stomach Fire or Stomach Heat. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as stomatitis, periodontitis or glossitis for instance.