Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang
Star蒿芩清胆汤 (Artemisia Annua and Scutellaria Decoction to Clear the Gallbladder)
Source: Chong Ding Tong Su Shang Han Lun — Yu Gen-Chu (Qing)
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang (Artemisia Annua and Scutellaria Decoction to Clear the Gallbladder), from the Chong Ding Tong Su Shang Han Lun (Revised Popular Guide to the Discussion of Cold-Induced Disorders) by Yu Gen-Chu.
Actions: Clears Gallbladder heat and dispels dampness; Harmonizes the Stomach and dissolves phlegm.
Presentation: Gallbladder damp-heat: alternating chills and fever with fever predominating, bitter taste, dry heaves, hiccups, stifling chest, chest and hypochondriac pain and distention, regurgitation of yellow sticky bitter or sour fluid, red tongue with thick white or yellowish coating, slippery rapid right pulse and wiry rapid left pulse.
Cautions:
- Avoid pungent, spicy, oily or greasy foods during use
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 227.
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Preparation
Decoction. Bi Yu San contains Hua Shi, Gan Cao and Qing Dai (see Liu Yi San).
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