Emphysemaaccording to TCM

Formulas that tonify Qi

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas if it results from Qi deficiency, necessitating treatments that boost the body's vital energy.

One such formula is Bu Fei Tang, with ginseng as a key herb.

Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.

Formulas that dry Dampness and transform Phlegm

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas when there's an accumulation of dampness and phlegm in the body, requiring herbs that dry dampness and transform phlegm.

One such formula is Er Chen Tang, with crow-dipper rhizome as a key herb.

Formulas that warm Interior Cold

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas when it is caused by an internal cold condition, needing treatments that warm the body's interior.

One such formula is Gan Cao Gan Jiang Tang, with dried ginger as a key herb.

Formulas that secure Lungs and stop coughing

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas if it is due to lung deficiency, leading to chronic cough or breathing difficulties.

One such formula is Jiu Xian San, with poppy capsule as a key herb.

Formulas that warm and transform Phlegm-Cold

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas when it arises from cold causing phlegm accumulation, needing actions that warm and resolve phlegm.

One such formula is San Zi Yang Qin Tang, with white mustard seeds as a key herb.

Formulas that warm Yang and tonify

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas if it stems from a depletion of Yang energy, requiring actions that warm and strengthen Yang.

One such formula is Shen Qi Wan, with prepared aconite as a key herb.

Formulas that promote Qi movement

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas if it stems from stagnation or imbalance in the flow of Qi, the vital life energy, within the body.

One such formula is Si Mo Tang, with lindera root as a key herb.

Formulas for a rebellious Qi

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas if it is caused by the disruption of Qi flow, that causes the normal movement of body processes to go the wrong way.

One such formula is Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang, with perilla seeds as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Wind-Cold

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas when it stems from external pathogenic influences characterized by cold and wind symptoms.

One such formula is Xiao Qing Long Tang, with ephedra as a key herb.

Formulas that disperse Dryness and moisten

Emphysema can be treated by these formulas when caused by dryness that impairs the body's moisture balance, necessitating herbs that moisten and alleviate dryness.

One such formula is Xing Su San, with apricot seed as a key herb.

Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when there is a need to dispel external cold and warm the body, especially in cases where there is insufficient Yang energy internally.

One such herb is Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Shen Qi Wan.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Warm herbs that transform Phlegm and stop Cough

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when it results from phlegm due to cold deficiency, aiming to warm the lungs and dissolve phlegm accumulation.

One such herb is Perilla Seeds (Zi Su Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like San Zi Yang Qin Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.

One such herb is Ginseng (Ren Shen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Bu Fei Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that regulate Qi

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when resulting from Qi stagnation or imbalance, helping to promote the smooth flow of Qi in the body.

One such herb is Tangerine Peel (Chen Pi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Er Chen Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.

One such herb is Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Gan Cao Gan Jiang Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that stabilize and bind

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs if it is caused by a leakage of bodily fluids or energies, helping to consolidate and preserve the body's essential substances.

One such herb is Poppy Capsules (Ying Su Ke), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Jiu Xian San.

Tonic herbs for Yang Deficiency

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs in situations of diminished Yang energy, aiming to warm and activate the body's functions.

One such herb is Tokay Geckos (Ge Jie), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Ren Shen Ge Jie San.

Cool herbs that transform Phlegm and stop Cough

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when it is related to heat-phlegm accumulation, aiding in dissolving phlegm and soothing the respiratory system.

One such herb is White Mustard Seeds (Bai Jie Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like San Zi Yang Qin Tang.

Herbs that relieve Food Stagnation

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs in cases of digestive disturbances due to overeating or consuming hard-to-digest foods, assisting in breaking down and moving food through the digestive system.

One such herb is Radish Seeds (Lai Fu Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like San Zi Yang Qin Tang.

Herbs that relieve coughing and wheezing

Emphysema can be treated by these herbs when it originates from obstructions in the lung pathways, helping to ease respiratory discomfort and restore normal breathing.

One such herb is Apricot Seeds (Xing Ren), a key herb in some formulas recommended for emphysema, like Xing Su San.