Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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柴葛解肌湯 · Chái Gé Jiě Jī Tāng
A classical formula for exterior wind-cold transforming into heat, with high fever, headache and muscle ache.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Heat
- Primary Function
- Release exterior, clear heat, relieve muscle layer fever
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Release pathogen from the muscle layer and clear interior heat
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for exterior wind-cold transforming into heat, with high fever, headache and muscle ache.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang | Ge Gen Tang | Da Chai Hu Tang | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Release exterior, clear heat, relieve muscle layer fever | Release exterior, relieve neck stiffness | Harmonize Shaoyang, drain interior heat, move stool | Harmonise Shaoyang, release the pivot |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Harmonising Formulas | Harmonising Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Heat | Wind-Cold | Shaoyang Syndrome | Qi Stagnation |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Headache ·Sore Throat | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Neck Pain ·Muscular Stiffness | Fever ·Constipation ·Abdominal Pain ·Nausea | Fever ·Chest Tightness ·Nausea ·Poor Appetite |
| Main Herbs | Bupleurum Root ·Kudzu Root ·Licorice Root ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Notopterygium Root | Kudzu Root ·Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger | Bupleurum Root ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Immature Bitter Orange | Bupleurum Root ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Ginseng Root ·Fresh Ginger |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang is distinguished from Ge Gen Tang, Da Chai Hu Tang, Xiao Chai Hu Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy.
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.