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Shi Zhen Fang

Lonicera & Smilax Combination | 湿疹方

Also known as:

Eczema formula , Against Eczema formula

Shi Zhen Fang

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Resolves Wind-Heat and transforms Dampness, Relieves skin rashes and itchy eczema skin.

Category

Toxic-Heat

Key Ingredients

Jin Yin Hua, Tu Fu Ling

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Ingredients in Shi Zhen Fang

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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 Shi Zhen Fang
Jin Yin Hua clears Toxic-Heat, cools Blood and vents rashes. It powerfully addresses the toxic heat component underlying inflammatory skin conditions. It has documented anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiallergic properties.
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Tu Fu Ling
Tu Fu Ling

Smilax glabra roots

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome and root
Role in Shi Zhen Fang
Tu Fu Ling clears Toxic-Heat, eliminates Dampness, relieves joint pain and treats skin lesions. It is a specific affinity for Damp-Heat skin conditions with oozing, weeping lesions. It is historically used for syphilitic sores and chronic skin ulcers. It is excellent for stubborn, recurrent eczema.
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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 Shi Zhen Fang
Huang Lian, bitter and cold, it directly targets the heat component. It clears Heat, dries Dampness, drains Fire and resolves toxins. It is one of the most powerful Heat-clearing, Dampness-drying herb in the materia medica.

It strongly addresses the Damp-Heat causing inflammation, redness, and oozing.
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Yi Yi Ren
Yi Yi Ren

Job's tears

Temperature Cool
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe kernel
Role in Shi Zhen Fang
Yi Yi Ren clears Heat, drains Dampness, strengthens spleen and expels pus. It addresses the Dampness underlying weeping, oozing lesions while supporting spleen function to resolve the root cause of Dampness production. It is gentler than Huang Lian and it balances the formula.
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Fang Feng
Fang Feng

Saposhnikovia roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Shi Zhen Fang
Fang Feng expels Wind, releases the Exterior and relieves itching. It addresses the Wind component that causes skin lesions to migrate, spread, and itch intensely. It also guides pathogenic Wind out of the skin.
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Chan Tui
Chan Tui

Cicada sloughs

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter, Salty
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dry Cicada slough
Role in Shi Zhen Fang
Chan Tui, light and ascending, it reaches the skin surface to dispel Wind and stop itching. It disperses Wind-Heat, relieves itching, vents rashes. It is the premier anti-itch herb for skin conditions. It also clears Heat from the Liver Channel affecting the skin.
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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 Shi Zhen Fang
Ju Hua clears Heat, disperses Wind-Heat, calms the Liver and benefits eyes. It addresses Wind-Heat affecting the upper body and skin. It also clears Liver Heat which often manifests as skin irritation and redness.
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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 Shi Zhen Fang
Gan Cao harmonizes all herbs and coordinates the formula's actions. It also clears Toxic-Heat, moistens skin and alleviates pain. It moderates the bitter and cold nature of Huang Lian. It has its own anti-inflammatory and antiallergic effects.
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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

This formula is used to address patterns such as Wind-Dampness, which causes eczema. It manifests as skin rash, burning sensation, itching, blisters, and skin erosion in the acute stage, and dryness, scabbing, and flaking in the subacute stage. It can be used both internally and externally.

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

Toxic-Heat Wind-Damp-Heat

Main Actions

  • Resolves Wind-Heat and transforms Dampness
  • Relieves skin rashes and itchy eczema skin
  • Clears Toxic-Heat from the skin
  • Vents rashes to the surface for resolution

Formula Origin

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Formula Description

This modern formula is used to address patterns such as Wind-Dampness, which causes eczema. It manifests as skin rash, burning sensation, itching, blisters, and skin erosion in the acute stage, and dryness, scabbing, and flaking in the subacute stage. 

This formula can be used both internally (oral) and externally (topical wash/soak).