Sang Ju Yin
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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桑菊饮 · Sāng Jú Yǐn
A light, gentle exterior-releasing formula for the early stage of Wind-Heat invading the Lung where cough is the predominant symptom, with only mild fever and thirst.
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- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Heat
- Primary Function
- Disperse Wind-Heat, stop cough
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Disperse Wind-Heat, diffuse Lung Qi and stop cough
- Classical Source
- Wen Bing Tiao Bian (Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases, Wu Jutong, 1798)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A light, gentle exterior-releasing formula for the early stage of Wind-Heat invading the Lung where cough is the predominant symptom, with only mild fever and thirst.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when cough is the leading complaint and systemic heat remains mild, at the earliest stage of Wind-Heat — a lighter, more dispersing choice than Yin Qiao San, which suits more pronounced fever and sore throat, and far gentler than Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang's deeper Lung Heat with wheezing.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Sang Ju Yin | Yin Qiao San | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Ma Huang Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Disperse Wind-Heat, stop cough | Disperse Wind-Heat, clear heat and relieve toxicity | Clear Lung Heat | Release exterior Wind-Cold, stop wheezing |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Heat | Wind-Heat | Lung Heat | Wind-Cold |
| Main Conditions | Cough ·Dry Cough ·Sore Throat ·Fever | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Cough ·Dry Cough | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing | Cough ·Dry Cough ·Fever ·Cold Limbs |
| Main Herbs | Mulberry Leaf ·Chrysanthemum Flower ·Forsythia Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint ·Platycodon Root | Honeysuckle Flower ·Forsythia Fruit ·Platycodon Root ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint | Ephedra Herb ·Gypsum ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Wen Bing Tiao Bian (Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases, Wu Jutong, 1798) | Wen Bing Tiao Bian (Wu Jutong, 1798) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Sang Ju Yin is preferred when cough is primary and systemic heat is mild. Yin Qiao San is stronger for more pronounced fever and sore throat. Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang is used for deeper Lung Heat with marked wheezing and thirst. Ma Huang Tang addresses Wind-Cold excess.
For educational reference only, based on traditional pattern differentiation — not a substitute for professional advice.
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Sang Ju Yin: Dispelling Wind-Heat and Diffusing Lung Qi to Relieve Early Coughs and Sore Throats
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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.