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Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction) embodies the principle of harmony and righteousness. It consists of Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma (Renshen), Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma (Baizhu), Poria (Fuling), and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma (Gancao) in equal proportions. If Pinelliae Rhizoma (Banxia) and Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium (Chenpi) are added, it is called Liu Jun Zi Tang (Six Gentlemen Decoction), which is indicated for dispelling phlegm and tonifying Qi deficiency and Yang deficiency. If Banxia is removed, it is named Yi Gong San (Extraordinary Efficacy Powder); if Muxiang (Vladimiria Root) and Sharen (Amomum Fruit) are further added to Yi Gong San, it is suitable for treating Stomach Cold. Pi Xu Xie Xie (Spleen Deficiency Diarrhea) is best treated with Qi Wei Bai Zhu San (Seven-Ingredient Atractylodes Macrocephala Powder) (Original Note: Si Jun Zi Tang plus Astragali Radix (Huangqi) and Dioscoreae Rhizoma (Shanyao) is named Zheng Yuan Dan).

Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang (Tonify the Middle and Augment the Qi Decoction) contains Renshen, Gancao, Baizhu, Angelicae Sinensis Radix (Danggui), and Chenpi. When Huangqi (Astragalus Root) is added, along with Bupleuri Radix (Chaihu) and Cimicifugae Rhizoma (Shengma), its efficacy becomes even more miraculous; this formula excels in treating internal injury due to fatigue and overwork, and is also precious for cases of Yang deficiency with external contraction.

For body heat caused by Blood deficiency, there is a unique formula: Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang (Tangkuei Decoction for Tonifying Blood), where the ratio of Huangqi to Danggui is five to one. True Yin is nourished and distributed by supporting Yang.

For all types of Qi deficiency, Bao Yuan Tang (Preserve the Origin Decoction) can be used. In this formula, Huangqi is on the outside, Renshen inside, and Gancao in the center. Adding Rougui (Cinnamon Bark) can warm and tonify the Gate of Vitality (Mingmen). It is indicated for sunken acne sores and thin pus. Si Wu Tang (Four Substances Decoction) consists of Rehmanniae Radix Preparata (Shudi), Danggui, Paeoniae Radix Alba (Baishao), and Ligustici Chuanxiong Rhizoma (Chuanxiong); it is a universal formula for treating various diseases related to Blood. Combining Si Wu Tang with Si Jun Zi Tang forms Ba Zhen Tang (Eight Treasures Decoction), which harmonizes and tonifies both Qi and Blood. Adding Huangqi and Rougui creates Shi Quan Da Bu Tang (Ten Significant Great Tonification Decoction), a powerful tonic formula. Removing Chuanxiong and adding Schisandrae Fructus (Wuweizi), Chenpi, and Polygalae Radix (Yuanzhi) yields Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang (Ginseng Nourishing the Vigor Decoction) (Original Note: Si Wu Tang plus Renshen and Huangqi is named Sheng Yu Tang).

Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan (Emperor of Heaven Pill to Tonify the Heart) contains Scrophulariae Radix (Xuanshen), Notoginseng Radix et Rhizoma (Danshen), Renshen, Rehmanniae Radix (Shengdi), Asparagi Racemosi Rhizoma (Tian Dong), Ophiopogonis Radix (Mai Dong), Semen Ziziphi Spinosae (Baiziren), Ziziphi Spinosae Semen (Suanzaoren), Polygalae Radix (Yuanzhi), Schisandrae Fructus (Wuweizi), Danggui, Fuling, Platycodonis Radix (Jiegeng), and Cinnabaris (Zhusha).

Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Six-Ingredient Rehmannia Pill) consists of Corni Fructus (Shanzhuyu), Moutan Cortex (Danpi), Alisma Rhizoma (Zexie), Fuling, and Dioscoreae Rhizoma (Shanyao). For Fire Decline (Kidney Yang Deficiency), add Aconiti Lateralis Radix Preparata (Fuzi) and Rougui, named Gui Fu Ba Wei Wan (Cinnamon and Aconite Eight-Ingredient Pill); for Water Deficiency (Kidney Yin Deficiency), add Phellodendri Cortex (Huangbai) and Anemarrhenae Rhizoma (Zhimu), named Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan (Anemarrhena and Phellodendron Rehmannia Pill). For chronic cough (Lao Sou) with Wuweizi, it is named Du Qi Wan (Nine-Energy Pill); Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan (Eight Immortals Longevity Pill) adds Maidong and Wuweizi to Du Qi Wan. Adding Cheqianzi (Plantago Seed) and Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix (Niuxi) to Gui Fu Ba Wei Wan creates Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill), used for Gu Zhang (Abdominal Distension/Ascites) (Original Note: Gui Fu Ba Wei Wan plus Scrophulariae Radix (Xuan Shen) and Baishao is named Shi Wei Di Huang Wan, treating Upper Heat and Lower Cold).

Gui Pi Tang (Restore the Spleen Decoction) uses Baizhu, Renshen, Huangqi, Danggui, Gancao, Fushen (Poria with Wood), Yuanzhi, Suanzaoren, Muxiang, and Longyanrou (Longan Aril). Decoct with Shengjiang (Fresh Ginger) and Dazao (Jujube) to benefit the Heart and Spleen.

Tuo Li Shi Xuan San (Interior-Supporting Ten Exposures Powder) contains Renshen, Huangqi, Chuanxiong, Guaxin (likely a variant or error, possibly referring to Gualou or similar, but kept as per text), Baihz, Houpo, Fangfeng, Gancao, Jiegeng, and Danggui. Taken with wine, it supports patients with ulcers and carbuncles who have weak pulses.

When Yin is Excess and Yang is Deficient, sweat flows spontaneously. If Kidney Yang is about to collapse, use Renshen and Fuzi, named Shen Fu Tang (Ginseng and Aconite Decoction). If Spleen Yang is suppressed, use Baizhu and Fuzi, named Shu Fu Tang (Atractylodes and Aconite Decoction). If Wei Yang (Defensive Yang) is deficient, use Huangqi and Fuzi, named Qi Fu Tang (Astragalus and Aconite Decoction) (Original Note: Shu Fu Tang plus Shengjiang, Dazao, and Gancao is named Jin Xiao Bai Zhu Tang).

**Formulas for Heavy Sedation to Descend Rebellion (7 Verses, 8 Formulas)**

Ci Zhu Wan (Magnetite and Cinnabar Pill) best harmonizes Yin and Yang. Shenqu (Massa Medicata Fermentata) promotes grain Qi. It treats internal eye obstructions, black spots in vision, and deafness, and has miraculous effects for epilepsy.

Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang (Perilla Seed Decoction to Direct Qi Downward) contains Su Zi, Banxia (raw), Shengjiang, Qianhu (Peucedani Radix), Chenpi, Fuling, Houpo, Gancao, and Chenxiang (Aquilaria Wood). It is indicated for Wind-Cold cough with profuse sputum and wheezing due to Lung Qi stagnation.

Zhu Sha An Shen Wan (Cinnabar Calming the Spirit Pill) is a cooling formula containing Danggui, Gancao, Zhusha, Huanglian (Coptidis Rhizoma), and Shengdi. It treats confusion, palpitations, and insomnia, helping the mind find peace.

Si Mo Tang (Four Grinds Decoction) treats Qi rebellion caused by emotional disturbances. It contains Wuyao (Lindera Root), Renshen, Binglang (Areca Seed), and Heichenxiang (Black Agarwood). Ground into juice and slightly decocted, it regulates rebellious Qi and is suitable for mixed deficiency-excess patterns.

Hei Xi Dan (Black Tin Pill) sedates floating Yang. It is made from Sulfur and Lead-Tin alloy, plus Hu Lu Ba (Mucuna Seed), Gubuzhi (Psoralea Fruit), Xiaohui (Fennel Fruit), Chenxiang, Muxiang, Rougui, Fuzi, Jinlingzi (Toosendan Fruit), and Roudoukou (Nutmeg).

Zhen Yin Jian (Settling Yin Decoction) uses Shudi, Gancao, Fuzi, Rougui, Niuxi, and Zexie. Quanzhen Yiqi Tang (Complete True One-Energy Decoction) adds Renshen, Maidong, Wuweizi, Fuzi, Baizhu, Shudi, and Niuxi to descend fire.

Er Jia Long Gu San (Two Shells and Dragon Bone Powder) treats consumptive disease: seminal emission in men and nocturnal dreams in women. It contains Musculus Ostreae Concha (Muli), Baiwei (Cynanchum Atratum Root), Fuzi, Baishao, Gancao, Shengjiang, and Dazao to disperse floating pathogenic factors.

**Formulas for Light Dispersal to Remove Excess (17 Verses, 19 Formulas)**

Ren Shen Bai Du San (Ginseng Detoxifying Powder) contains Fuling, Gancao, Zhike (Bitter Orange Peel), Jiegeng, Chaihu, Qianhu, Qianghuo (Notopterygii Rhizoma et Radix), Duhuo (Angelicae Pubescentis Radix), and Chuanxiong. Add a little Bohe (Mint) and three slices of Shengjiang for epidemic colds. Adding Fangfeng (Saposhnikoviae Radix) and Jingjie (Schizonepeta Spike) creates Jing Fang Bai Du San (Schizonepeta and Saposhnikovia Detoxifying Powder) for wind-heat. Adding Lianqiao (Forsythia Fruit) and Yinhua (Honeysuckle Flower) creates Lianqiao Bai Du San for carbuncles (Original Note: Adding aged rice creates Cang Lin San).

Jiu Wei Qiang Huo Tang (Nine-Ingredient Notopterygium Decoction, also known as Chonghe Tang) uses Fangfeng, Xixin (Asarum Root), Cangzhu (Atractylodis Rhizoma), Baizhi (Angelica Dahurica Root), Chuanxiong, Huangqin (Scutellariae Radix), Shengdi, and Gancao. With Shengjiang and Congbai, it releases the exterior of the Three Yang meridians.

Shen Su Yin (Ginseng and Perilla Infusion) contains Chenpi, Zhike, Qianhu, Banxia, Gange (Kudzu Root), Muxiang, Gancao, Jiegeng, and Fuling. It is effective for internal injury with external contraction.

Xiang Su Yin (Costus and Perilla Infusion) contains Gancao and Chenpi, balancing Yin and Yang. Adding Jingjie, Chuanxiong, Fangfeng, Qinjiao (Gentianae Macrophyllae Radix), and Manjingzi (Vitex Fruit) creates a mild muscle-relieving formula suitable for deficient persons.

Qian Shi Sheng Ma Ge Gen Tang (Dr. Qian's Kudzu and Cimicifuga Decoction) combines Shaoyao and Gancao. It treats Yangming fever with headache, diarrhea, macules, and chickenpox (Original Note: Adding Renshen, Qinjiao, Guizhi, Baizhi, Fangfeng, and Congbai treats facial paralysis, named Qin Jiao Sheng Ma Tang).

Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San (Agastache Regulating Qi Powder) contains Dafupi (Areca Peel), Zisu (Perilla Leaf), Baizhi, Jiegeng, Er Chen Tang (Pinellia and Citrus Decoction), Baizhu, and Houpo. Adding Dazao and Shengjiang harmonizes the Stomach and expels miasma.

Wu Ji San (Five Accumulations Powder) treats five types of accumulation. It contains Mahuang (Ephedra), Cangzhu, Baizhi, Baishao, Danggui, Chuanxiong, Zhike, Jiegeng, Guizhi (Cinnamon Twig), Shengjiang, Gancao, Fuling, Bohe, Chenpi, and Banxia. Decoct with Shengjiang and Congbai.

Xiao Xu Ming Tang (Minor Continuation of Life Decoction) contains Guizhi, Fuzi, Chuanxiong, Mahuang, Renshen, Baishao, Xingren (Apricot Seed), Fangfeng, Bohe, Banxia, Danggui, and Gancao. It treats wind striking various meridians. For four-season combined diseases in the Three Yang meridians, use Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang (Bupleurum and Kudzu Muscle-Releasing Decoction) containing Chaihu, Genge, Qianghuo, Baizhi, Jiegeng, Huangqin, Shigao (Gypsum), Baishao, and Gancao. Reduce Shigao if diarrhea decreases; add Banxia and Shengjiang if vomiting occurs.

Cang Er San (Xanthium Powder) uses Bohe, Xinyi (Magnolia Flower), and Baizhi. With Shengjiang and Congbai, it disperses Liver and Lung wind, raising clear Qi and lowering turbid Qi, curing Bi Yuan (Sinusitis).

Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San (Chuanxiong Tea-Promoting Powder) contains Jingjie, Fangfeng, Xixin, Baizhi, Bohe, Gancao, and Qianghuo. It treats blurred vision, nasal congestion, and headaches caused by wind attacking upwards (Add Jiangcan and Juhua for enhanced effect).

Ge Gen Tang (Kudzu Decoction) contains Mahuang. Added to Gui Zhi Tang, it treats concurrent diseases of two Yang meridians with spontaneous diarrhea, aversion to wind, and stiffness of the neck and back.

Ji Ming San (Rooster Crowing Powder) is an excellent formula containing Suye (Perilla Leaf), Wuyu (Evodia Fruit), Jiegeng, Shengjiang, Mugua (Chaenomeles Fruit), Juhong (Citrus Peel), and Binglang. Taken cold after decoction, it effectively treats edematous gout.

Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin (Universal Benefit Toxin-Resolving Infusion) contains Banlangen (Isatis Root), Lianqiao, Hegeng (Lotus Stem), Gancao, Jiegeng, Xuanshen, Jiangcan (Silkworm), Mabo (Stelechocarpus Spore), Niubangzi (Arctii Fructus), Jingjie, Yinhua, and Xianweigen (Reed Rhizome).

Yinqiao San (Forsythia Powder) is a neutral-cooling agent containing Yinhua, Lianqiao, Jiegeng, Bohe, Danshi (Fermented Soybean), Zhuye (Bamboo Leaf), Niubangzi, Gancao, and Jingjie Sui (Schizonepeta Tip). It clears and purifies the Upper Jiao and reduces warm-heat.

Sheng Yang San Huo Tang (Raise Yang Scatter Fire Decoction) contains Qianghuo, Chaihu, and Fangfeng. Adding Renshen and Fuling creates Sheng Ge Tang. It treats fever and aversion to cold due to Stomach deficiency, cold food intake, and Spleen Yang depression.

Er Chen Tang (Two-Chen Decoction) combined with Ping Wei San (Peaceful Stomach Powder) plus Weilingxian (Syneilesis Root), Chaihu, Fuling, Qingpi (Green Citrus Peel), Binglang, and Shengjiang. Add Mahuang for no sweating, Baizhi for headache. This is the primary formula for Wet-Cold Malaria.

**Formulas for Opening to Resolve Obstruction (3 Verses, 5 Formulas)**

Xi Xian Tang (Clear Saliva Infusion) uses Zaorao (Soap Pod), Banxia, and Baifan (Alum). For sudden stroke with phlegm obstruction, take with Shengjiang decoction. Tong Guan San (Pass Through Orifice Powder) made of Xixin and Zaorao powder blown into the nose induces sneezing and restores life.

Xiao Yao San (Free and Easy Wanderer Powder) contains Danggui, Baishao, Chaihu, Fuling, Baizhu, and Gancao, with Shengjiang and Bohe. It excellently resolves stagnation and steaming bone disorder. Adding Danpi (Moutan Cortex) and Zhizi (Gardenia Fruit) creates Ba Wei Xiao Yao San (Eight-Ingredient Free and Easy Wanderer Powder).

Zhen Ren Huo Ming Yin (True Person Reviving Life Infusion) contains Yinhua, Fangfeng, Baizhi, Danggui, Chenpi, Gancao Jie (Licorice Knot), Beimu (Fritillaria Bulb), Tianhua Fen (Trichosanthes Root), Ruxiang (Frankincense), Moyao (Myrrh), Shanzhijia (Pangolin Scale), and Zaocis Spina (Hedgehog Spine). Decoct with wine.

**Formulas for Unblocking to Promote Circulation (5 Verses, 6 Formulas)**

Dao Chi San (Direct to the Heart Powder) contains Shengdi, Mutong (Akebia Stem), Gancao Shao (Licorice Tip), and Zhuye. It treats mouth ulcers, penile pain, and dribbling, clearing fire by nourishing water.

Wu Lin San (Five Strangury Powder) contains Gancao, Zhizi Ren (Gardenia Seed), Danggui, Baishao, Dengxin Cao (Juncus Medulla), and Chi Fuling (Red Poria). It treats heat entering the Bladder causing difficult urination, regulating the water pathways.

Niao Long (Urinary Retention) without thirst indicates Lower Jiao dryness. Zhimu and Huangbai are used together with Rougui. The pill is named Tong Guan Wan (Pass Through Orifice Pill) to promote urination, also known as Zi Shen Wan (Nourish Kidney Pill) for Yin deficiency.

Liu Yi San (One-to-Six Powder) contains Huashi (Talcum) and Gancao. For summer heatstroke with thirst and irritability, add Zhusha to create Yi Yuan San (Benefit Origin Powder). Clearing the North (Water/Kidney) relies on nourishing the South (Fire/Heart). Yi Mu He Zhong Tang (Suppress Wood Harmonize Middle Decoction) contains Baijili (Tribulus Fruit), Yujin (Curcuma Rhizome), Baizhu, Cangzhu, Qingpi, Chenpi, Danggui, Sharen, Banxia, Fuling, Houpo, Foshou (Buddha's Hand), Tanxiang (Sandalwood), and Muxiang.

**Formulas for Purging to Remove Closure (5 Verses, 6 Formulas)**

Bei Ji Wan (Emergency Pill) contains Ganjiang (Dried Ginger), Badou (Croton Seed), and Dahuang (Rhubarb Root). It specifically attacks closure pain and retained cold, treating sudden evil fainting and critical Yin constipation.

Wen Pi Tang (Warm the Spleen Decoction) contains Guizhi, Fuzi, Ganjiang, Houpo, Gancao, and Dahuang. Assisted by Dahuang to purge, it treats lingering diarrhea due to chronic cold, combining warming and unblocking for extraordinary efficacy.

Fang Feng Tong Sheng San (Saposhnikovia Universal Victory Powder) contains Dahuang, Xiaoshio (Mirabilite), Jingjie, Mahuang, Zhizi, Baishao, Lianqiao, Gancao, Jiegeng, Chuanxiong, Danggui, Shigao, Huashi, Bohe, Huangqin, and Baizhu. It resolves the Three Jiao (Original Note: Adding Renshen, Shudi, Huangbai, Huanglian, Qianghuo, Duhuo, Tianma, Quanxie, and Xixin creates Qu Feng Zhi Bao Dan, treating various wind-heat).

Liang Ge San (Cool the Diaphragm Powder) contains Xiaoshio, Dahuang, Zhizi, Lianqiao, Huangqin, Gancao, and Bohe. Add Zhuye and honey to instantly relieve burning sensation in the diaphragm.

Shi Xiao San (Laughing Out Pain Powder) contains Puhuang (Lygodium Spore) and Wulingzhi (Trogopterorus Faeces). Decoct with wine for blood confusing the heart orifices. Shanzha (Hawthorn Fruit) alone with Tongbian (Child's Urine) and Yitang (Maltose) forms Du Sheng San, specializing in stopping blood stasis.

**Formulas for Sliding to Remove Adherence (7 Verses, 7 Formulas)**

Initial dysentery often follows Shao Yao Tang (Peony Decoction) containing Huangqin, Huanglian, Danggui, Gancao, Guizhi, Binglang, and Muxiang. Add Diyü (Sanguisorba Root) and Huaihua (Sophora Flower) for more blood; add Heijiang (Charred Ginger) for cold; add Dahuang for heat.

The Rolling Phlegm Formula left by Yin Jun (Rolling Phlegm Pill) contains Mengshi (Hydrophilic Magnetite), Huangqin, and Dahuang. A little Chenxiang guides it to treat stubborn phlegm and strange syndromes.

Di Huang Yin Zi (Rehmannia Decoction) treats Shaoin Fei (Flaccidity Syndrome). It contains Guizhi, Fuzi, Rongrong (Cynomorium), Fuling, Bohe, Shanzhuyu, Maidong, Wuweizi, Yuanzhi, Shichangpu (Acorus Rhizome), Bazhitan (Morinda Root), and Shihu (Dendrobium Stem). It is suitable for tongue stiffness and leg weakness.

Wild talk and madness-like behavior with no fever and floating pulse is treated with Ji Di Tang, containing Fangji (Stephania Root), Fangfeng, Guizhi, Gancao, and Shengdi. Juice mixed with Shengdi treats wind agitation.

Pi Huan Zhong Feng Jie Yu Tang (Spleen Flaccidity Stroke Speech-Unblocking Decoction) for stiff tongue and inability to speak uses Qianghuo, Fangfeng, Tianma (Gastrodia Rhizome), Guizhi, Fuzi, Lingyangjiao (Saiga Antelope Horn), Gancao, Zaoren, Zhuli (Bamboo Juice), and Shengjiang.

Cu Sheng Bao Chan Wu You San (Urgent Birth Protecting Product Worries-Free Powder) is an excellent formula containing Houpo, Aiye (Mugwort Leaf), Danggui, Chuanxiong, Jingjie, Qianghuo, Huangqi, Baishao, Tusisi (Cuscuta Seed), Zhike, Beimu, Gancao, and Shengjiang. Decoct with ginger for mother and child health (Specific dosages provided in original note: remove Aiye and add Honghua for urgent birth).

Hou Shi Hei San (Master Hou's Black Powder) contains Juhua (Chrysanthemum Flower), Huangqin, Renshen, Baizhu, Danggui, Chuanxiong, Shengjiang, Guizhi, Xixin, Fangfeng, Muli (Oyster Shell), Baifan, Fuling, and Jiegeng. Made into powder and taken with wine.

**Formulas for Astringing to Secure Collapse (9 Verses, 10 Formulas)**

Liu Huang Tang (Six Yellow Decoction) treats night sweats due to fire flare-up. It contains Erdì (Shengdi and Shudi), Huangqin, Huanglian, Huangbai, and Danggui. Doubling Huangqi directs action to the exterior; bitter astringency calms floating Yang.

Wei Yang Bu Gu (Defensive Yang not firm) causes profuse sweating. Urgently use Huangqi and Fuzi. For slight sweating, Yu Ping Feng San (Jade Windscreen Powder) using Baizhu, Huangqi, and Fangfeng is transmitted.

Profuse lower bleeding is hard to treat. Ji Sheng leaves Wu Mei Wan (Medlar Pill). Jiangcan (powdered) and Wu Mei (crushed) taken with vinegar bring quick relief.

Zhen Ren Yang Zang Tang (True Person Nourish Viscera Decoction) contains Muxiang, Kezi (Areca Nut), Roudoukou, Danggui, and Yuke (Poppy Husk). Combined with Baizhu, Baishao, Guizhi, Renshen, and Gancao, it treats prolapse and chronic dysentery.

Dou Men Secret Recipe contains Heidou (Black Soybean), Ganjiang, Baishao, Gancao, Diyü, and Yingsuke (Poppy Husk), effective for severe dysentery.

Si Shen Wan (Four Spirits Pill) contains Gubuzhi (Psoralea Fruit), Wuyu (Evodia Fruit), Roudoukou, Wuweizi, Dazao, and Shengjiang. Boiled together, it treats dawn diarrhea due to Kidney Fire Decline.

Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan (Golden Lock Essence-Stabilizing Pill) contains Qianshi (Euryale Seed), Lianzi (Lotus Seed), Shayuanjili (Asterisk Fern Spore), Longgu (Dragon Bone), and Muli. Rolled in paste and taken with salt wine, it secures essence and stops leakage. Feng Sui Dan (Seal Marrow Pill) for dream emission contains Sharen, Huangbai, and Gancao. Taken with salt water to harmonize Water and Fire, it secures the Kidney storehouse.

Jia Yi Gui Cang Tang (Jia-Yi Return to Storehouse Decoction) for sleeplessness contains Yejiaoteng (Polygonum Vine), Longchi (Dragon Teeth), Chaihu (vinegar-fried), Baiziren, Shengdi, Baishao, Danggui, Zhenzhumu (Pearl Mother), Zaoren, Chenxiang, Yehehua (Albizia Flower), and Danshen.

**Formulas for Moistening to Dryness (3 Verses, 3 Formulas)**

Jiu Fei Tang (Save Lung Decoction) contains Xingren (Apricot Seed), Shigao, Renshen, Gancao, Ejiao (Donkey-hide Gelatin), Pipaye (Loquat Leaf), Maziren (Hemp Seed), Maidong, and Sangye (Mulberry Leaf). It resolves stagnation, moistens dryness, and saves Lung consumption.

Qiong Yu Gao (Jade Dew Paste) is made from Shengdi, Renshen, Fuling, and white honey. It treats Lung dryness, dry cough, and consumption, with double efficacy in nourishing Metal and Water.

Sheng Zhang San (Generate Swelling Powder) contains Maidong, Wuweizi, and Renshen. It protects the Lung, clears the Heart, and treats Summerheat. For shortness of breath, excessive sweating, and thirst in critical conditions with absent pulse, decoct urgently.

**Formulas for Drying to Remove Dampness (6 Verses, 9 Formulas)**

Gan Wei San (Dry Stomach Powder) contains Cangzhu, Houpo, Chenpi, and Gancao. It removes dampness, dissipates fullness, and drives out miasma. Combined with Er Chen Tang, it is named Ping Chen Tang; combined with Wu Ling San, it is named Wei Ling Tang. Adding Xiaoshio, Dahuang, Maiya (Barley Sprout), and Shenqu is effective. Combined with Xiao Chai Hu Tang, it is named Chai Ping Tang, with Shengjiang and Dazao to treat food-type malaria.

Ge Hua Jie Cheng Tang (Kudzu Flower Relieve Intoxication Decoction) contains Muxiang, Sharen, Fuling, Renshen, Baizhu, Roudoukou, Shenqu, Ganjiang, and Chenpi. It warms the middle, promotes dampness removal, and cures alcohol injury.

Wu Pi Yin (Five Peels Infusion) uses five peels: Chenpi, Fuling, Shengjiang, Sangbaipi (Mulberry Root Bark), and Dafupi. Using Wujiaopi (Acanthopanacis Cortex) instead of Sangbaipi is suitable for Spleen deficiency abdominal distension.

Er Chen Tang (Two-Chen Decoction) contains Banxia and Chenpi, plus Fuling, Gancao, and Shenqu. It benefits Qi, harmonizes the middle, and removes dampness; it is precious for all phlegm-fluid retention.

Bi Xie Fen Qing Yin (Dioscorea Hypoglauca Clear Turbid Infusion) contains Shichangpu, Gancao Shao, Wuyao, and Zhiren (Smartweed Seed). Adding Fuling and a little salt eliminates seminal emission and leukorrhea. Yao Teng Ru Dai Wu Qian Qian (Waist Pain like Five-Thousand Coins) is treated with Shen Zhuo Tang (Kidney Fixation Decoction): Gancao, Fuling, Ganjiang, and Baizhu, truly supplementing the Spleen and moving water.

**Formulas for Cold to Overcome Heat (13 Verses, 15 Formulas)**

Xie Bai San (Drain White Powder) contains Sangbaipi (Mulberry Root Bark), Digupi (Lycium Root Bark), Gancao, and Jingmi (Coix Seed). It treats autumn dryness-induced phlegm-cough and fire attacking Metal. Gan Lu Yin (Sweet Dew Infusion) contains Erdong (Tian Dong and Mai Dong), Erdì (Shengdi and Shudi), Pipaye, Huangqin, Zhike, Shihu, Yinchen (Capillaris Herb), and Gancao. Harmonized with Gancao, it clears deficiency heat and treats mouth ulcers and gum erosion.

Zuo Jin Wan (Left Metal Pill) contains Wuzhuyu (Evodia Fruit) and Huanglian (Coptis Rhizoma). It treats Liver stagnation rib pain and acid regurgitation. Muxiang and Huanglian pills are also general agents for dysentery.

Wen Dan Tang (Warm Gallbladder Decoction) is based on Er Chen Tang, adding Zhuru (Bamboo Shavings) and Zhishi (Bitter Orange Fruit). It treats insomnia, palpitations, deficiency vexation, and vomiting.

Long Dan Xie Gan Tang (Gentian Drain Liver Decoction) contains Mutong, Zexie, Chaihu, Cheqianzi, Shengdi, Gancao, Danggui, Zhizi, and Huangqin. These cooling herbs drain damp-heat Liver pathogens.

Dang Gui Lu Hui Wan (Tangkuei and Aloe Pill) contains Danggui, Luhui (Aloe), Qingdai (Indigo Naturalis), Zhizi, Muxiang, Shexiang (Musk), Er Xiang, Si Huang (Huangqin, Huanglian, Huangbai, Dahuang), and Longdan. It drains excess fire of the Liver meridian.

Xi Jiao Di Huang Tang (Rhinoceros Horn Rehmannia Decoction) contains Baishao, Danpi, Xi Jiao (now substituted by Shuiniu Jiao or other substitutes), and Shengdi. It treats rising blood, Stomach fire, macules, jaundice, and Yang toxicity. Adding Chaihu and Huangqin generally drains the Liver.

Si Sheng Wan (Four Raw Herbs Pill) uses Aiye (Mugwort Leaf), Cebeiye (Platycladus Leaf), Xianhaye (Lotus Leaf), and Shengdi. Crushed and dissolved in water, it descends blood with fire.

Huang Lian Jie Du Tang (Coptis Resolving Toxicity Decoction) contains Huangbai, Huangqin, Zhizi, and Huanglian. It treats restlessness, mania, high fever, vomiting, insomnia, hematemesis, epistaxis, macules, and jaundice. San Huang Shi Gao Tang adds Mahuang and Danshi for severe Warm-Toxin in Taiyang/Yangming, treating both exterior and interior of the Three Jiao.

Qing Gu San (Clear Bone Powder) contains Yin Chaihu (Stellariae Radix), Hulant (Picrorhiza Rhizome), Qin Jiao (Gentian Root), Biejia (Turtle Shell), Digupi, Qinghao (Artemisia Annua), Zhimu, and Gancao. It prevents bone-steaming tuberculosis fever.

Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang (Bamboo Leaf and Gypsum Decoction) contains Renshen, Maidong, Banxia, Gancao, Shengjiang, and Jingmi. It treats summer heat, vexation, thirst, and weak pulse.

Digupi San (Lycium Root Bark Powder) combines Si Wu Tang with Danpi. It treats Yin deficiency with fire hyperactivity, bone-steaming heat, nourishes the Kidney, clears the Liver, and treats insomnia.

Qing Ying Tang (Clear Camp Decoction) contains Xuanshen, Danshen, Xi Jiao, Huanglian, Zhuye Xin (Bamboo Leaf Heart), Shengdi, Maidong, Yinhua, and Lianqiao. Decoct urgently for summer-warmth with delirium.

**Formulas for Heat to Control Cold (4 Verses, 4 Formulas)**

Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang (Return Yang Rescue Emergency Decoction) uses Liu Jun Zi Tang plus Guizhi, Fuzi, Ganjiang, and Wuweizi. Adding Moshe (Musk) and Zhuyedan (Pig Bile) shows miraculous merit for Three-Yin cold厥 (cold extremities).

Yi Yuan Tang (Benefit Origin Decoction) contains Aiye, Fuzi, Ganjiang, Maidong, Wuweizi, Zhimu, Huanglian, Renshen, and Gancao. Guided by Congbai and Tongbian, it is a unique formula for internal cold and external heat.

San Sheng Yin (Three Raw Decoction) contains Tian Nanxing (Arisaema Rhizome), Fuzi, and Chuanwu (Aconitum Carmichaelii Root). All raw, guided by Muxiang. Adding half dose of Renshen supports primal Qi; it revives patients with stroke-phlegm confusion.

Fu Yang Zhu Wei Tang (Support Yang Assist Stomach Decoction) contains Wuzhuyu, Fuzi, Rougui, Ganjiang, Baishao, Chenpi, Cao Kou (Black Cardamom), Zhiren, Gancao, and Baizhu. It removes stomach pain from deficiency-cold counterflow.

**Appendix: "Properties of Medicinals" Three Sections**

Written by Xiao Huan of Luling, courtesy name Lianquan.

**Category of Sweet-Natured Medicinals (60 kinds)**

Huangqi (Astragalus Root) reaches the exterior and tonifies deficiency; Baizhu (Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma) strengthens the Spleen and dries dampness; Dihuang (Rehmanniae Radix) has the merit of nourishing the Kidney and filling marrow; Renshen (Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma) excels in nourishing Yin and generating fluids. Gancao (Licorice Root) detoxifies and harmonizes the middle; Yitang (Maltose) benefits nutritive Qi and stops thirst; Shanyao (Dioscoreae Rhizoma) is good for assisting the Spleen and securing the Kidney; Fuling (Poria) is rare for promoting urination and calming the Heart. Longgu (Dragon Bone) descends rebellion and calms the spirit; Lurong (Deer Antler Glue) benefits essence and generates blood; Lu Jiao Jiao (Deer Antler Gelatin) tonifies the middle and benefits Qi when taken in excess; Biejia (Turtle Shell) is unsurpassed for dissipating masses and softening hardness. Tianmendong (Asparagus Racemosus Rhizome) removes dampness and clears fire, treating hemiplegia. Maidong (Ophiopogon Root) moistens dryness and generates fluids, connecting collaterals; Zhusha (Cinnabar) should be used to calm the Heart; Pohu (Amber) is needed to stabilize the soul; Heizhima (Black Sesame) moistens the Lungs and unblocks the intestines; Chishizhi (Red Kaolin) dries dampness and removes heat. Huangjing (Polygonatum Rhizome) detoxifies with long-term use for strengthening the Spleen and Stomach; Baimi (White Honey) is recommended for harmonizing the middle; Xuduan (Dipsacus Root) secures the Kidney; Congrong (Cynomorium) strengthens Yin. Shihu (Dendrobium Stem) benefits the Spleen and clears the Lungs; Weirui (Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome) removes heat and dispels wind; Shijunzi (Quisqualis Fruit) eliminates accumulation and strengthens the Spleen; Pugongying (Dandelion) dissipates swelling and treats carbuncles; Wumei (Mume Fruit) astringes the Liver and clears heat; Bidou (Lablab Bean) directs Qi downward and harmonizes the middle. Ejiao (Donkey-hide Gelatin) is best for nourishing Blood and calming the fetus; Muli (Oyster Shell) has merit in softening hardness and stopping sweating. Baishiying (White Quartz) and Zishiying (Purple Quartz) equally warm the middle; Tusizi (Cuscuta Seed) and Fupenzi (Rubus Fruit) similarly benefit marrow. Niuxi (Achyranthes Root) treats flaccidity; Guiban (Turtle Shell) benefits Yin; Gouqi (Goji Berry) nourishes the Kidney; Suanzaoren (Ziziphus Seed) calms the Heart; Duzhong (Eucommia Bark) strengthens waist and knees; Suoyang (Cynomorium) most strongly strengthens bones and sinews. Tufuling (Smilax Glabra Rhizome) treats carbuncles and detoxifies; Shanzhuyu (Cornus Fruit) astringes fire and secures essence. Yinhua (Honeysuckle Flower) is superior for detoxifying and dispelling wind; Dazao (Jujube) is precious for calming the middle and benefiting Qi; Yiren (Coix Seed) relieves spasms and removes dampness; Baishi (Lotus Seed Endosperm) nourishes Heart Qi and calms fright. Yimucao (Motherwort) and Jili (Tribulus Fruit) are both important for brightening eyes and nourishing the Liver; Huluhba (Mucuna Seed) and Bajitian (Morinda Root) are jointly praised for strengthening Yang and treating impotence. Zhuling (Polyporus) promotes urination; Yangyuanhu (Epimedium) benefits Yin. Yizhi (Alpinia Oxyphylla Fruit) tonifies Heart and Spleen; Jinying (Cherokee Rose Fruit) astringes essence. Sangpiaoxiao (Mantis Egg-case) secures the Kidney; Gusuibu (Drynaria Rhizome) strengthens sinews. Wuweizi (Schisandra Fruit) can astringe Lung Qi; Mugua (Chaenomeles Fruit) can level Gout. Longyanrou (Longan Aril) tonifies Heart Spirit with temporary effect; Heshouwu (Polygonum Multiflorum Root) stops bleeding and is sought for chronic malaria.

**Category of Acrid-Natured Medicinals (82 kinds)**