Qing Yan Li Ge Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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清咽利膈湯 · Qīng Yān Lì Gé Tāng
A classical formula for heat toxin in the throat with severe sore throat, swelling and constipation.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Heat-Clearing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Lung Heat
- Primary Function
- Clear heat toxin, benefit the throat, drain downward
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear heat toxin from throat and upper jiao, drain interior heat
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for heat toxin in the throat with severe sore throat, swelling and constipation.
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 | Qing Yan Li Ge Tang | Liang Ge San | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin | Yin Qiao San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear heat toxin, benefit the throat, drain downward | Clear upper heat, drain downward, cool the diaphragm | Clear heat, resolve toxin, disperse wind-heat from the head and face | Disperse Wind-Heat, clear heat and relieve toxicity |
| Formula Category | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Lung Heat | Stomach Heat | Wind-Heat | Wind-Heat |
| Main Conditions | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Constipation | Constipation ·Sore Throat ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Fever | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Headache | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Cough ·Dry Cough |
| Main Herbs | Forsythia Fruit ·Platycodon Root ·Licorice Root ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome | Forsythia Fruit ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Gardenia Fruit ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt | Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Forsythia Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint | Honeysuckle Flower ·Forsythia Fruit ·Platycodon Root ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Dong Yuan Shi Xiao Fang (Li Dongyuan tradition) | Wen Bing Tiao Bian (Wu Jutong, 1798) |
Clinical Perspective
Qing Yan Li Ge Tang is distinguished from Liang Ge San, Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin, Yin Qiao 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.