Fang Feng Tong Sheng San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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防風通聖散 · Fáng Fēng Tōng Shèng Sàn
A classical formula for exterior and interior excess — wind-heat on the exterior with heat accumulation in the interior.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Heat
- Primary Function
- Release exterior, clear heat, drain downward, resolve toxin
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Simultaneously release exterior and drain interior heat
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for exterior and interior excess — wind-heat on the exterior with heat accumulation in the interior.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
- Saposhnikovia Root
- Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip
- Forsythia Fruit
- Ephedra Herb
- Mentha / Peppermint
- Chuanxiong Rhizome
- Chinese Angelica Root
- White Peony Root
- White Atractylodes Rhizome
- Gardenia Fruit
- Rhubarb Root and Rhizome
- Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt
- Gypsum
- Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap
- Platycodon Root
- Licorice Root
- Talcum
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Fang Feng Tong Sheng San | Xiao Feng San | Liang Ge San | Da Qing Long Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Release exterior, clear heat, drain downward, resolve toxin | Dispel wind, nourish blood, clear heat, dry damp | Clear upper heat, drain downward, cool the diaphragm | Release exterior, clear interior heat, stop irritability |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Heat | Damp-Heat | Stomach Heat | Wind-Cold |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Constipation ·Headache | Constipation ·Sore Throat ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Fever | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing | |
| Main Herbs | Saposhnikovia Root ·Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip ·Forsythia Fruit ·Ephedra Herb ·Mentha / Peppermint | Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Cicada Moulting ·Atractylodes Rhizome | Forsythia Fruit ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Gardenia Fruit ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Gypsum ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Fang Feng Tong Sheng San is distinguished from Xiao Feng San, Liang Ge San, Da Qing Long 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.