Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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调胃承气汤 · Tiáo Wèi Chéng Qì Tāng
The mildest of the three Cheng Qi Tang formulas. It gently drains Stomach and Intestinal heat accumulation with constipation, tidal fever and a dry yellow tongue coating, without the strong moving action of Hou Po and Zhi Shi.
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- Formula Category
- Purgative Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Stomach Heat
- Primary Function
- Mildly purge heat accumulation, harmonise the Stomach
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Drain heat and move the bowels with a mild, harmonising approach
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
The mildest of the three Cheng Qi Tang formulas. It gently drains Stomach and Intestinal heat accumulation with constipation, tidal fever and a dry yellow tongue coating, without the strong moving action of Hou Po and Zhi Shi.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when Yangming heat is present with constipation but abdominal fullness is mild — a gentler choice than Xiao or Da Cheng Qi Tang, emphasising harmonising the Stomach while draining heat.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang | Da Cheng Qi Tang | Xiao Cheng Qi Tang | Tao He Cheng Qi Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Mildly purge heat accumulation, harmonise the Stomach | Strongly purge Heat accumulation and constipation | Mildly purge Heat accumulation | Invigorate Blood, clear Heat, purge accumulation |
| Formula Category | Purgative Formulas | Purgative Formulas | Purgative Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Stomach Heat | Stomach Heat | Stomach Heat | Blood Stasis |
| Main Conditions | Constipation ·Abdominal Pain ·Fever ·Dry Mouth & Throat | Constipation ·Bloating ·Abdominal Pain ·Fever | Constipation ·Bloating ·Abdominal Pain ·Fever | Irregular Menstruation ·Dysmenorrhea |
| Main Herbs | Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt ·Honey-fried Licorice | Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt ·Magnolia Bark ·Immature Bitter Orange | Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Magnolia Bark ·Immature Bitter Orange | Peach Kernel ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Cinnamon Twig ·Mirabilite / Glauber's Salt ·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) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang is the mild harmonising purge. Xiao Cheng Qi Tang adds Qi-moving for moderate fullness. Da Cheng Qi Tang is the strongest purge for severe heat accumulation with hard fullness. Tao He Cheng Qi Tang combines purge with Blood-invigorating for heat and Blood stasis in the lower abdomen.
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.