San Zhong Kui Jian Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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散腫潰堅湯 · Sàn Zhǒng Kuì Jiān Tāng
A classical formula for hard swollen masses and scrofula from heat toxin and phlegm.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Heat-Clearing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Phlegm-Heat
- Primary Function
- Clear heat, resolve toxin, soften hardness, reduce swelling
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear heat toxin and soften hard masses
- Classical Source
- Li Dongyuan school / classical
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for hard swollen masses and scrofula from heat toxin and phlegm.
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 | San Zhong Kui Jian Tang | Hai Zao Yu Hu Tang | Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin | Yang He Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear heat, resolve toxin, soften hardness, reduce swelling | Resolve phlegm, soften hardness, move Qi and blood | Clear heat, resolve toxin, reduce swelling, invigorate blood, stop pain | Warm Yang, nourish blood, disperse cold, unblock stagnation |
| Formula Category | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Phlegm-Resolving Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Phlegm-Heat | Phlegm-Dampness | Damp-Heat | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Neck Pain | Neck Pain | Fever ·Sore Throat | Joint Discomfort ·Cold Limbs ·Fatigue & Low Energy |
| Main Herbs | Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome ·Phellodendron Bark ·Anemarrhena Rhizome ·Platycodon Root | Seaweed ·Kelp ·Fritillaria Bulb ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Green Tangerine Peel | Angelica Dahurica Root ·Fritillaria Bulb ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Red Peony Root ·Chinese Angelica Root | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cinnamon Bark ·Ephedra Herb ·Deer Antler Glue ·White Mustard Seed |
| Classical Source | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Ming-Qing classical formulary |
Clinical Perspective
San Zhong Kui Jian Tang is distinguished from Hai Zao Yu Hu Tang, Yang He Tang, Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin 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.