Jin Fei Cao San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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金沸草散 · Jīn Fèi Cǎo Sàn
A classical formula for Wind-Cold cough with copious thin phlegm and chest oppression.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Diffuse Lung, resolve phlegm, stop cough, release exterior
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Diffuse Lung Qi, transform phlegm and release Wind-Cold
- Classical Source
- Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song, 1107)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for Wind-Cold cough with copious thin phlegm and chest oppression.
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 | Jin Fei Cao San | Xiao Qing Long Tang | She Gan Ma Huang Tang | Zhi Sou San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Diffuse Lung, resolve phlegm, stop cough, release exterior | Release exterior, transform congested fluids, stop cough and wheezing | Disperse cold, transform phlegm, stop wheezing and cough | Diffuse Lung, stop cough, resolve phlegm, release exterior |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold |
| Main Conditions | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing ·Excessive Mucus ·Nasal Congestion | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing ·Excessive Mucus ·Sore Throat | Cough ·Dry Cough |
| Main Herbs | Inula ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Ephedra Herb ·Poria / Hoelen ·Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Dried Ginger ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Schisandra Fruit | Belamcanda Rhizome ·Ephedra Herb ·Fresh Ginger ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Aster Root | Platycodon Root ·Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip ·Aster Root ·Stemona Root ·Cynanchum Root |
| Classical Source | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song, 1107) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Yi Xue Xin Wu (Cheng Guopeng, Qing) |
Clinical Perspective
Jin Fei Cao San is distinguished from Xiao Qing Long Tang, She Gan Ma Huang Tang, Zhi Sou San 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.