Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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羌活勝濕湯 · Qiāng Huó Shèng Shī Tāng
A classical formula for wind-damp attacking the exterior with heavy headache, neck stiffness and body ache.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Dampness
- Primary Function
- Dispel wind-damp, release exterior, stop pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Dispel wind-damp from the exterior and upper body
- Classical Source
- Li Dongyuan school / classical
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for wind-damp attacking the exterior with heavy headache, neck stiffness and body ache.
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 | Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang | Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang | Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang | Yi Yi Ren Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Dispel wind-damp, release exterior, stop pain | Dispel wind-damp, stop bi pain, tonify Liver and Kidney, nourish Qi and blood | Disperse wind-cold-damp, release the exterior, clear interior heat | Dispel wind-damp, resolve swelling, ease bi pain |
| Formula Category | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Dampness | Dampness | Wind-Cold | Dampness |
| Main Conditions | Headache ·Neck Pain ·Joint Discomfort ·Edema | Low Back Pain ·Joint Discomfort ·Numbness in Limbs | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Headache ·Muscular Stiffness | Joint Discomfort ·Muscular Stiffness ·Edema |
| Main Herbs | Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Ligusticum Root ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Vitex Fruit | Pubescent Angelica Root ·Taxillus / Mulberry Mistletoe ·Eucommia Bark ·Achyranthes Root ·Asarum / Wild Ginger | Notopterygium Root ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Coix Seed / Job's Tears ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Saposhnikovia Root |
| Classical Source | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Classical TCM formulary | Ci Shi Nan Zhi (Zhang Yuansu, Jin dynasty) | Classical TCM formulary |
Clinical Perspective
Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang is distinguished from Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang, Yi Yi Ren 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.