Da Qing Long Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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大青龙汤 · Dà Qīng Lóng Tāng
A Shang Han Lun formula for exterior excess Wind-Cold with interior heat constraint, marked by severe chills and fever, body aches, absence of sweating, and irritability or restlessness.
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- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Release exterior, clear interior heat, stop irritability
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Induce sweating to release exterior cold while clearing interior heat
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A Shang Han Lun formula for exterior excess Wind-Cold with interior heat constraint, marked by severe chills and fever, body aches, absence of sweating, and irritability or restlessness.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for severe exterior cold with no sweating plus clear signs of interior heat constraint (irritability) — stronger sweating than Ma Huang Tang and earlier than pure heat-clearing formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Da Qing Long Tang | Ma Huang Tang | Xiao Qing Long Tang | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Release exterior, clear interior heat, stop irritability | Release exterior Wind-Cold, stop wheezing | Release exterior, transform congested fluids, stop cough and wheezing | Clear Lung Heat |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Lung Heat |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing | Cough ·Dry Cough ·Fever ·Cold Limbs | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing ·Excessive Mucus ·Nasal Congestion | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing |
| Main Herbs | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Gypsum ·Honey-fried Licorice | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Dried Ginger ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Schisandra Fruit | Ephedra Herb ·Gypsum ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Da Qing Long Tang releases exterior cold while clearing constrained interior heat. Ma Huang Tang is pure exterior Wind-Cold without heat. Xiao Qing Long Tang addresses exterior cold with interior congested fluids. Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang is used when the pattern has fully transformed to Lung Heat.
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.