Dianthus Eight Correct Herb Combination - Ba Zheng Tang
Ba Zheng Tang
Product Specifications
Practitioner Notes
Formula Type
Extract
TCM Pattern
Damp heat pouring downward.
Therapeutic Functions
Clears heat and drains fire, disinhibits water and frees strangury.*
Clinical Indications
Glomerulonephritis, acute nephritis, acute pyelonephritis, cystitis, acute urinary tract infection, urethritis, urinary calculi, acute gonorrhea.
Symptoms & Signs
Dry mouth, dry tongue, dysuria, hematuria, dark urine, scanty urine, turbid urine. In severe cases, there may be urinary retention and lower abdominal tension and fullness.
Precautions
Long term use can cause light-headedness, palpitations and reduced appetite. It should not be used unmodified for vacuity cold, and only with caution and modification in pregnancy.
Pulse Quality
Rapid and slippery.
Tongue Appearance
Slimy, yellow tongue coating.
Ingredients
Precious Mirror of Health (Wei Sheng Bao Jian)
| Pin Yin | Botanical Name |
|---|---|
| hua shi | Talc mineral |
| qu mai | Dianthus herb |
| mu tong | Akebia stem |
| bian xu | Polygonum aviculare root |
| deng xin cao | Juncus pith |
| zhi zi | Gardenia fruit |
| che qian zi | Plantago seed |
| gan cao | Chinese Licorice root |
| da huang | Chinese Rhubarb rhizome |