Xiao Qing Long Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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小青龙汤 · Xiǎo Qīng Lóng Tāng
A Shang Han Lun formula for exterior cold with interior congested cold fluids (Yin), presenting with chills, absence of sweating, cough, wheezing and copious thin white phlegm.
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- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Release exterior, transform congested fluids, stop cough and wheezing
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Disperse exterior cold and warm and transform interior Yin fluids
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A Shang Han Lun formula for exterior cold with interior congested cold fluids (Yin), presenting with chills, absence of sweating, cough, wheezing and copious thin white phlegm.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for exterior cold with watery phlegm and wheezing — the representative formula for cold congested fluids rather than pure exterior excess or pure heat patterns.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Xiao Qing Long Tang | Da Qing Long Tang | She Gan Ma Huang Tang | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Release exterior, transform congested fluids, stop cough and wheezing | Release exterior, clear interior heat, stop irritability | Disperse cold, transform phlegm, stop wheezing and cough | Warm Yang, transform phlegm-fluids, strengthen Spleen |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Dampness |
| Main Conditions | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing ·Excessive Mucus ·Nasal Congestion | Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing ·Excessive Mucus ·Sore Throat | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Bloating ·Excessive Mucus ·Palpitations |
| Main Herbs | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Dried Ginger ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Schisandra Fruit | Ephedra Herb ·Cinnamon Twig ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Gypsum ·Honey-fried Licorice | Belamcanda Rhizome ·Ephedra Herb ·Fresh Ginger ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Aster Root | Poria / Hoelen ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun / Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing) |
Clinical Perspective
Xiao Qing Long Tang releases exterior cold and transforms interior fluids. Da Qing Long Tang clears constrained interior heat with strong sweating. She Gan Ma Huang Tang transforms cold phlegm for wheezing with a stronger focus on the throat. Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang warms and transforms phlegm-fluids without strong exterior release.
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.