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The top herbs in Ma Huang Tang are Ephedra (Ma Huang), Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi) and Apricot Seeds (Xing Ren)
Source date: 220 AD
Number of ingredients: 4 herbs
Key actions: Releases exterior cold. Treats wheezing.
Ma Huang Tang has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of chilblains
The top herbs in Zi Dang Gao are Lithospermum Roots (Zi Cao), Dong Quai (Dang Gui) and Sesame Oil (Ma You)
Source date: 1831 AD
Number of ingredients: 4 herbs
Key actions: Clears Heat and cools the Blood. Resolves toxicity . Moistens Dryness. Relieves pain and itching.
Zi Dang Gao has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of chilblains minor burns