Yue Bi Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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越婢湯 · Yuè Bì Tāng
A classical formula for wind-edema with aversion to wind, edema and mild heat signs.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Exterior-Releasing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Wind-Cold
- Primary Function
- Release exterior, clear heat, drain damp edema
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Induce sweating to release wind-edema and clear mild heat
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for wind-edema with aversion to wind, edema and mild heat signs.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula rather than the neighbouring indications of its related formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Yue Bi Tang | Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang | Wu Ling San | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Release exterior, clear heat, drain damp edema | Tonify Qi, dispel wind, drain dampness | Promote urination, drain Dampness, warm Yang | Clear Lung Heat |
| Formula Category | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Wind-Cold | Qi Deficiency | Dampness | Lung Heat |
| Main Conditions | Edema ·Fever | Edema ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Joint Discomfort ·Fatigue & Low Energy | Edema ·Frequent Urination ·Damp Constitution | Cough ·Asthma & Wheezing |
| Main Herbs | Ephedra Herb ·Gypsum ·Fresh Ginger ·Licorice Root ·Jujube / Chinese Date | Stephania Root ·Astragalus Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice | Alisma Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Polyporus ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Cinnamon Twig | Ephedra Herb ·Gypsum ·Bitter Apricot Kernel ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Yue Bi Tang is distinguished from Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang, Wu Ling San, Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy within the same broader clinical domain.
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.