Qing Shu Yi Qi Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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清暑益气汤 · Qīng Shǔ Yì Qì Tāng
A classical formula for summer-heat that has damaged Qi and fluids, with fatigue, thirst, spontaneous sweating and a weak rapid pulse. It clears residual heat while restoring Qi and Yin.
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- Formula Category
- Qi-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Summer Heat
- Primary Function
- Clear summer-heat, benefit Qi, generate fluids
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear summer-heat while tonifying Qi and Yin damaged by heat
- Classical Source
- Wen Re Jing Wei (Wang Mengying, Qing dynasty) / Li Dongyuan tradition variants
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical formula for summer-heat that has damaged Qi and fluids, with fatigue, thirst, spontaneous sweating and a weak rapid pulse. It clears residual heat while restoring Qi and Yin.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when summer-heat has already injured Qi and fluids — fatigue and thirst predominate over exterior cold signs — combining clearing with tonification.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Qing Shu Yi Qi Tang | Sheng Mai San | Xiang Ru Yin | Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear summer-heat, benefit Qi, generate fluids | Tonify Qi, generate fluids, astringe Yin | Release exterior, dispel summer-damp, harmonise the Middle | Clear heat, generate fluids, benefit Qi, harmonise the Stomach |
| Formula Category | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Summer Heat | Qi Deficiency | Summer Heat | Yin Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Fatigue & Low Energy ·Fever ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Poor Appetite | Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Palpitations | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Diarrhea ·Abdominal Pain | Fever ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Nausea ·Fatigue & Low Energy |
| Main Herbs | American Ginseng ·Dendrobium ·Ophiopogon Tuber ·Coptis Rhizome ·Lophatherum | Ginseng Root ·Ophiopogon Tuber ·Schisandra Fruit | Mosla ·White Hyacinth Bean ·Magnolia Bark | Lophatherum ·Gypsum ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Ophiopogon Tuber ·Ginseng Root |
| Classical Source | Wen Re Jing Wei (Wang Mengying, Qing dynasty) / Li Dongyuan tradition variants | Nei Wai Shang Bian Huo Lun (Li Dongyuan) / Yi Xue Qi Yuan | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Qing Shu Yi Qi Tang clears summer-heat and restores Qi-Yin. Sheng Mai San strongly generates fluids and astringes for Qi-Yin deficiency. Xiang Ru Yin releases exterior summer-damp with cold signs. Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang clears residual heat and generates fluids after febrile disease.
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.