Encephalitis according to Chinese Medicine
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Five herbal formulas that might help with encephalitis
Da Cheng Qi Tang
Source date: 220 AD
Number of ingredients: 4 herbs
Key actions: Purges Heat from the Stomach and Intestines. Relieves constipation.
Why might Da Cheng Qi Tang help with encephalitis?
Because it is a formula often recommended to treat the pattern 'Heat in Yang brightness Organs' of which encephalitis is a symptom.
E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang
Source date: the Qing dynasty
Number of ingredients: 10 herbs
Key actions: Nourishes Yin. Nourishes Blood. Calms the Liver. Extinguishes Wind.
Why might E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang help with encephalitis?
E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of encephalitis
Huang Long Tang
Source date: 1445 AD
Number of ingredients: 10 herbs
Key actions: Clear Heat from the Interior . Supports the Original Qi.
Why might Huang Long Tang help with encephalitis?
Huang Long Tang has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of encephalitis
Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang
Source date: Qing dynasty
Number of ingredients: 10 herbs
Key actions: Cools the Liver. Extinguishes Wind. Increases Fluids. Relaxes the sinews.
Why might Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang help with encephalitis?
Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of encephalitis
Su He Xiang Wan
Source date: 752 AD
Number of ingredients: 15 herbs
Key actions: Warms and aromatically opens the sensory orifices. Promotes the movement of Qi. Transforms turbidity.
Why might Su He Xiang Wan help with encephalitis?
Su He Xiang Wan has sometimes been used by TCM professionals to alleviate the symptoms of encephalitis
Other symptoms often associated with encephalitis
Severe constipation Flatulence Focal distention Abdominal fullness Abdominal pain that increases upon pressure Tense and firm abdomen Fever Irritability General sensation of unease Delirious speech