Sheng Jiang Xie Xin Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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生姜泻心汤 · Shēng Jiāng Xiè Xīn Tāng
A Shang Han Lun Xie Xin variant with extra Sheng Jiang for epigastric distension with water-food retention, firmness, belching and a thundering gut sound with diarrhoea.
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- Formula Category
- Harmonising Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Stagnation
- Primary Function
- Disperse water-food retention, harmonise the Middle
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Disperse retained water and food while balancing cold and heat
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A Shang Han Lun Xie Xin variant with extra Sheng Jiang for epigastric distension with water-food retention, firmness, belching and a thundering gut sound with diarrhoea.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when epigastric hardness and food-odour belching point to water-food retention — a Sheng Jiang-emphasised variant of the Xie Xin family.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Sheng Jiang Xie Xin Tang | Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang | Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Disperse water-food retention, harmonise the Middle | Harmonise cold and heat, disperse focal distension | Descend rebellious Qi, transform phlegm, benefit the Stomach |
| Formula Category | Harmonising Formulas | Harmonising Formulas | Phlegm-Resolving Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation |
| Main Conditions | Bloating ·Nausea ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort | Bloating ·Nausea ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort | Nausea ·Bloating ·Stomach Discomfort ·Acid Reflux |
| Main Herbs | Fresh Ginger ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome ·Dried Ginger | Pinellia Rhizome ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome ·Dried Ginger ·Ginseng Root | Inula Flower ·Hematite ·Ginseng Root ·Pinellia Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Sheng Jiang Xie Xin Tang disperses water-food for harder Pi with belching of food odour. Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang is the base cold-heat Pi formula. Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang descends counterflow with phlegm after Middle damage.
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.