Gui Ma Ge Ban Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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桂麻各半湯 · Guì Má Gè Bàn Tāng
A classical mild diaphoretic combining half Gui Zhi and half Ma Huang methods for unresolved exterior with intermittent heat.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Mildly release exterior Wind-Cold
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Combine mild Gui Zhi and Ma Huang methods for unresolved exterior
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical mild diaphoretic combining half Gui Zhi and half Ma Huang methods for unresolved exterior with intermittent heat.
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 | Gui Ma Ge Ban Tang | Ma Huang Tang | Gui Zhi Tang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Mildly release exterior Wind-Cold | Release exterior Wind-Cold, stop wheezing | Release exterior Wind-Cold (deficiency type), harmonize Ying-Wei |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Nasal Congestion | Cough ·Dry Cough ·Fever ·Cold Limbs | Spontaneous Sweating ·Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Nasal Congestion |
| Main Herbs | Cinnamon Twig ·Ephedra Herb ·White Peony Root ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Fresh Ginger | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice | Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date ·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) |
Clinical Perspective
Gui Ma Ge Ban Tang is distinguished from Ma Huang Tang, Gui Zhi 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.