Xin Yi San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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辛夷散 · Xīn Yí Sàn
A classical formula for nasal congestion and sinus-type obstruction from wind-cold, with loss of smell and frontal or vertex headache.
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- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Disperse wind, unblock the nasal orifices
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Disperse wind-cold and open blocked nasal passages
- Classical Source
- Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical formula for nasal congestion and sinus-type obstruction from wind-cold, with loss of smell and frontal or vertex headache.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for nasal blockage and loss of smell from wind-cold — focused orifice-opening rather than general exterior release or heat-clearing sinus formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Xin Yi San | Cang Er San | Xin Yi Qing Fei Tang | Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Disperse wind, unblock the nasal orifices | Disperse wind, unblock the nose | Clear Lung heat, open the nasal orifices | Disperse wind, stop headache |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Wind-Cold | Lung Heat | Wind-Cold |
| Main Conditions | Nasal Congestion ·Headache ·Allergic Rhinitis | Nasal Congestion ·Headache ·Allergic Rhinitis | Nasal Congestion ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Headache ·Fever | Headache ·Nasal Congestion ·Fever ·Cold Limbs |
| Main Herbs | Magnolia Flower ·Angelica Dahurica Root ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Ligusticum Root ·Cimicifuga Rhizome | Xanthium Fruit ·Magnolia Flower ·Angelica Dahurica Root ·Mentha / Peppermint | Magnolia Flower ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·Gypsum ·Anemarrhena Rhizome ·Ophiopogon Tuber | Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Angelica Dahurica Root ·Notopterygium Root ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Saposhnikovia Root |
| Classical Source | Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty) | Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty) | Wai Ke Zheng Zong (Chen Shigong, Ming dynasty) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) |
Clinical Perspective
Xin Yi San opens the nasal orifices for wind-cold. Cang Er San is a closely related orifice-opening formula. Xin Yi Qing Fei Tang clears Lung heat for nasal congestion with heat signs. Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San disperses wind for headache with less nasal focus.
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.