Jing Fang Bai Du San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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荆防败毒散 · Jīng Fáng Bài Dú Sàn
A vigorous exterior-releasing formula for wind-cold-damp with pronounced body aches, chills, fever and headache. Jing Jie and Fang Feng strengthen the wind-dispersing action of the Bai Du San family.
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- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Disperse wind-cold-damp, release the exterior
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Strongly disperse exterior wind-cold-damp and relieve body aches
- Classical Source
- She Sheng Zhong Miao Fang (Ming dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A vigorous exterior-releasing formula for wind-cold-damp with pronounced body aches, chills, fever and headache. Jing Jie and Fang Feng strengthen the wind-dispersing action of the Bai Du San family.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for vigorous exterior wind-cold-damp with marked body pain — stronger dispersing than Bai Du San, without the heat-clearing direction of Yin Qiao San.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Jing Fang Bai Du San | Bai Du San | Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang | Yin Qiao San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Disperse wind-cold-damp, release the exterior | Release exterior, dispel wind-damp, benefit Qi | Disperse wind-cold-damp, release the exterior, clear interior heat | Disperse Wind-Heat, clear heat and relieve toxicity |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Heat |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Headache ·Muscular Stiffness | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Headache ·Cough | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Headache ·Muscular Stiffness | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Cough ·Dry Cough |
| Main Herbs | Schizonepeta / Japanese Catnip ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Bupleurum Root | Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Bupleurum Root ·Platycodon Root | Notopterygium Root ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Honeysuckle Flower ·Forsythia Fruit ·Platycodon Root ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint |
| Classical Source | She Sheng Zhong Miao Fang (Ming dynasty) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang / Xiao Er Yao Zheng Zhi Jue tradition | Ci Shi Nan Zhi (Zhang Yuansu, Jin dynasty) | Wen Bing Tiao Bian (Wu Jutong, 1798) |
Clinical Perspective
Jing Fang Bai Du San strongly disperses wind-cold-damp. Bai Du San includes mild Qi support. Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang is another strong wind-cold-damp formula. Yin Qiao San addresses wind-heat rather than cold.
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.