Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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半夏白朮天麻湯 · Bàn Xià Bái Zhú Tiān Má Tāng
A classical formula for dizziness and headache from wind-phlegm rising, often with Spleen damp.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Phlegm-Resolving Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Phlegm-Dampness
- Primary Function
- Dry damp, resolve phlegm, calm Liver, extinguish wind
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Transform wind-phlegm and calm ascending Liver wind
- Classical Source
- Li Dongyuan school / classical
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for dizziness and headache from wind-phlegm rising, often with Spleen damp.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula rather than the neighbouring indications of its related formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Er Chen Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Dry damp, resolve phlegm, calm Liver, extinguish wind | Calm Liver Yang, extinguish internal wind, clear heat | Warm Yang, transform phlegm-fluids, strengthen Spleen | Dry dampness, resolve phlegm, regulate Qi, harmonize middle |
| Formula Category | Phlegm-Resolving Formulas | Liver-Wind Extinguishing Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Phlegm-Resolving Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Phlegm-Dampness | Liver Fire | Dampness | Phlegm-Dampness |
| Main Conditions | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Headache ·Nausea | Headache ·Dizziness & Vertigo ·Tinnitus ·Anxiety Restlessness | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Bloating ·Excessive Mucus ·Palpitations | Poor Appetite ·Nausea |
| Main Herbs | Pinellia Rhizome ·Gastrodia Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Red Tangerine Peel ·White Atractylodes Rhizome | Gastrodia Rhizome ·Uncaria Stem with Hooks ·Abalone Shell ·Gardenia Fruit ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap | Poria / Hoelen ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice | Pinellia Rhizome ·Tangerine Peel ·Poria / Hoelen ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Zhong Yi Nei Ke Za Bing Zheng Zhi Xin Yi (Hu Guangci, 1958) | Shang Han Lun / Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song, 1107) |
Clinical Perspective
Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang is distinguished from Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin, Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang, Er Chen Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy within the same broader clinical domain.
For educational reference only, based on traditional pattern differentiation — not a substitute for professional advice.
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Medical Disclaimer
For general TCM education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified TCM practitioner or licensed healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, on medication, or managing a chronic condition.