Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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仙方活命飲 · Xiān Fāng Huó Mìng Yǐn
A classical surgical formula for early yang-type abscesses and carbuncles with heat toxin and swelling.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Heat-Clearing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Damp-Heat
- Primary Function
- Clear heat, resolve toxin, reduce swelling, invigorate blood, stop pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear heat toxin, reduce swelling and invigorate blood for early abscesses
- Classical Source
- Ming-Qing classical formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical surgical formula for early yang-type abscesses and carbuncles with heat toxin and swelling.
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 | Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin | Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin | Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear heat, resolve toxin, reduce swelling, invigorate blood, stop pain | Clear heat, resolve toxin, disperse sores | Clear heat, resolve toxin, disperse wind-heat from the head and face |
| Formula Category | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Damp-Heat | Damp-Heat | Wind-Heat |
| Main Conditions | Fever ·Sore Throat | Fever ·Sore Throat | Sore Throat ·Fever ·Headache |
| Main Herbs | Angelica Dahurica Root ·Fritillaria Bulb ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Red Peony Root ·Chinese Angelica Root | Honeysuckle Flower ·Wild Chrysanthemum ·Viola ·Semiaquilegia Root ·Dandelion | Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Coptis Rhizome ·Burdock Seed / Arctium Fruit ·Forsythia Fruit ·Mentha / Peppermint |
| Classical Source | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Yi Zong Jin Jian (Qing dynasty) | Dong Yuan Shi Xiao Fang (Li Dongyuan tradition) |
Clinical Perspective
Xian Fang Huo Ming Yin is distinguished from Wu Wei Xiao Du Yin, Pu Ji Xiao Du 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.