Acute Encephalitisaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Brain Disorders
Parent symptom: Encephalitis
TCM Herbal Formulas for Acute Encephalitis
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address acute encephalitis, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that clear heat and open sensory orifices
Formulas that clear Heat and open sensory orifices
Acute encephalitis can be treated by formulas that clear Heat and open sensory orifices if it is due to heat causing disturbances in sensory functions.
One such formula is Hui Chun Dan, with ox gallstone as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that clear heat and open sensory orifices" recommended for acute encephalitis
TCM Herbs for Acute Encephalitis
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address acute encephalitis, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Herbs that cool the blood
- Herbs that open the orifices
- Herbs that pacify internal liver wind and stop tremors
Herbs that cool the Blood
Acute encephalitis can be treated by these herbs when it is a consequence of excess heat in the blood, helping to cool and detoxify the blood.
One such herb is Water Buffalo Horns (Shui Niu Jiao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute encephalitis, like Zhi Bao Dan.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Herbs that cool the Blood" recommended for acute encephalitis
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Water Buffalo Horns (Shui Niu Jiao) | Zhi Bao Dan | Zi Xue Dan |
| Ox Gallstones (Niu Huang) | Hui Chun Dan |
Herbs that open the Orifices
Acute encephalitis can be treated by these herbs if it's a result of blockages in the body's sensory orifices, aiding in restoring clarity and consciousness.
One such herb is Musk (She Xiang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute encephalitis, like Hui Chun Dan.
Herbs that pacify Internal Liver Wind and stop Tremors
Acute encephalitis can be treated by these herbs when caused by internal wind from Liver disharmony, often manifesting in symptoms like spasms or tremors.
One such herb is Saiga Antelope's Horns (Ling Yang Jiao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute encephalitis, like Zi Xue Dan.