Xiang Su Cong Chi Tang
Star香苏葱豉汤 (Cyperus, Perilla Leaf, Scallion, and Prepared Soybean Decoction)
Source: Tong Su Shang Han Lun — Yu Gen-Chu (Qing)
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Xiang Su Cong Chi Tang (Cyperus, Perilla Leaf, Scallion, and Prepared Soybean Decoction), from the Tong Su Shang Han Lun (Plain Version of Discussion of Cold-Induced Disorders) by Yu Gen-Chu — a variation of Xiang Su San.
Actions: Induces diaphoresis and releases the exterior; Regulates the middle jiao.
Presentation: Wind-cold with middle-jiao disharmony (nausea, bloating, distention).
Composition: Xiang Su San plus Cong Bai and Dan Dou Chi
Cautions:
- Mild to moderate potency; insufficient for severe wind-cold, which needs modification or another formula.
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 69.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Xiang Fu
dose printed as 4.5-6g; as printed: Xiang Fu (Rhizoma Cyperi, zhi (prepared)) 4.5-6g
|
g | — | Regulates the middle jiao, relieves nausea, bloating and distention | |
|
Chen Pi
dose printed as 4.5-6g; as printed: Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae) 4.5-6g
|
g | — | Regulates the middle jiao | |
|
Cong Bai
printed dose 2-3 pieces (no single modern dose); as printed: Cong Bai (Bulbus Allii Fistulosi, fresh) 2-3 pieces
|
g | — | Very mild exterior-releasing herb | |
|
Zi Su Ye
dose printed as 4.5-9g; as printed: Zi Su Ye (Folium Perillae) 4.5-9g
|
g | — | Regulates the middle jiao | |
|
Gan Cao
dose printed as 1.8-2.4g; as printed: Zhi Gan Cao (Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae Praeparata cum Melle) 1.8-2.4g
|
g | — | Harmonizes and helps relieve nausea and vomiting | |
|
Dan Dou Chi
dose printed as 9-12g; as printed: Dan Dou Chi (Semen Sojae Praeparatum) 9-12g
|
g | — | Very mild exterior-releasing herb |
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