Bao He Wan (Preserve Harmony Pill)
From: Essential Teachings of Dan-Xi by Zhu Dan-Xi (1732)

Bi Yan Pian (Rhinitis Tablets)
From: Aura Herbs (2020)

Chai Hu Qing Gan Tang (Bupleurum Decoction to Clear the Liver)
From: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition by Wu Qian (1742)

Chu Qi Shi Re Yu Fei Fang (Early Stage Damp-Heat Lung Accumulation Prescription)
From: Diagnosis and Treatment Protocol for Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia (Trial Version 7), Chinese Medical Journal 2020, 133(9): 1087-1095. doi: 10.1097/CM9.0000000000000819 by Wei Pei-Fang (editor), National Health Commission & National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2020)

Da An Wan (Great Tranquility Pill)
From: Essential Teachings of Dan-Xi by Zhu Dan-Xi (1732)

Da Tou Wen Tang (Massive Febrile Disorder of the Head Decoction)
From: Medical Collectanea of Kong Bo-Hua (1988) by Kong Bo-Hua

Dian Zhu Wan (Lightning Pearl Pills)
From: Classical Pearls by Heiner Fruehauf (2025)

Fang Feng Tong Sheng San (Saposhnikovia Powder that Sagely Unblocks)
From: Formulas from the Discussion Illuminating the Yellow Emperor's Basic Questions (1172) by Liu Wan-Su

Gan Lu Xiao Du Dan (Sweet Dew Special Pill to Eliminate Toxin)
From: Secretly Transmitted Effective Medicine (1831)

Hai Zao Yu Hu Tang (Sargassum Decoction for the Jade Flask)
From: Orthodox Lineage of External Medicine by Chen Shi-Gong (1617)

Huang Lian Shang Qing Wan (Coptis Pill to Cleat the Upper [Jiao])
From: Nationwide Collection of TCM Patent Formulas (1962)

Jia Jian Liang Ge San (Modified Cool the Diaphragm Powder)
From: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition by Wu Qian (1742)

Jia Jian Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang (Modified Lophatherum and Gypsum Decoction)
From: Formulas Based on the Experience of Ding Gan-Ren (1927) by Ding Gan-Ren

Jin Hua Qing Gan Ke Li (Honeysuckle Granules to Clear the Senses)
From: Juxiechang Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., Beijing (2002)

Jing Jie Lian Qiao Tang (Schizonepeta and Forsythia Decoction)
From: Wondrous Lantern for Peering into the Origin and Development of Miscellaneous Diseases (1773) by Shen Jin-Ao

Lei Shi Qing Liang Di Shu Fa (Master Lei's Method for Clearing, Cooling and Scouring Out Summerheat)
From: Discussion of Seasonal Disorders (1882)

Lian Hua Qing Wen Jiao Nang (Forsythia Flower Capsules for Clearing Heat)
From: Shi Jia Zhuang Yi Ling Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. by Shi Jia Zhuang Yi Ling Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. (2002)

Lian Qiao Bai Du Pian (Forsythia Fruit Tablet for Removing Toxin)
From: Unknown, probably a modern patent

Lian Qiao Jin Bei Jian (Lonicera, Honeysuckle and Bolbostemma Decoction)
From: Collected Treatises of Jing-Yue by Zhang Jie Bin / Zhang Jing Yue (1624)

Liang Ge San (Cool the Diaphragm Powder)
From: Formulary of the Pharmacy Service for Benefiting the People of the Taiping Era by Tai Yi Ju (Imperial Medical Bureau) (1107)

Ma Huang Lian Qiao Chi Xiao Dou Tang (Ephedra, Forsythia and Adzuki Bean Decoction)
From: Discussion of Cold Damage by Zhang Zhong-Jing (c. 220)

Nei Liu Huang Lian Tang (Internal Flow [Promoting] Decoction with Coptis)
From: Collection of Writings on the Mechanism of Disease, Suitability of Qi, and the Safeguarding of Life as Discussed in Basic Questions (1186)

Nei Shu Huang Lian Tang (Internal Dispersing Decoction with Coptis)
From: Collection of Writing on the Mechanism of Illness, Suitability of Qi and the Safeguarding of Life as Discussed in the Basic Questions (1186)

Niu Huang Shang Qing Wan (Ox Gallstone Pill to Cleat the Upper [Jiao])
From: Nationwide Collection of TCM Patent Formulas (1962)

Pu Gong Ban Lan Fa Shao Yu (Dandelion and Indigo Fever Bath)
From: Shen-nong.com

Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin (Universal Benefit Decoction to Eliminate Toxin)
From: Dong-Yuan's Tried and Tested Formulas by Li Gao / Li Dong Yuan (1202)

Qing Gong Tang (Clear the Palace Decoction)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Qing Shang Fang Feng Tang (Clear the Upper [Burner] Decoction with Saposhnikovia)
From: Restoration of Health from the Myriad Diseases by Gong Ting-Xian (1587)

Qing Wen Bai Du Yin (Clear Epidemics and Overcome Toxicity Drink)
From: Achievements Regarding Epidemic Rashes (1794)

Qing Xin Li Ge Tang (Clear the Heart and Enable the Diaphragm Decoction)
From: Indispensable Tools for Pattern Treatment by Wang Ken-Tang (1602)

Qing Xin Liang Ge San (Clear the Heart and Cool the Diaphragm Powder)
From: Warp and Weft of Warm Diseases by Wang Shi-Xiong / Wang Meng-Ying (1852)

Qing Yan Li Ge Tang (Clear the Throat and Enable the Diaphragm Decoction)
From: Precious Collection for Throat Diseases (Qing dynasty)

Qing Ying Tang (Clear the Nutritive Level Decoction)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Qu Feng Zhi Bao Dan (Greatest Treasure Special Pill to Dispel Wind)
From: Wondrous Lantern for Peering into the Origin and Development of Miscellaneous Diseases (1773) by Shen Jin-Ao

Ren Shen Xie Fei Tang (Ginseng Decoction to Drain the Lung)
From: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition by Wu Qian (1742)

Ru Xing Tang (Mosla and Apricot Kernal Decoction)
From: Selected formulas for Warm-Heat Pathogens (c. 1900) by He Lian-Chen

Run Zao Shen Shi Tang (Moisten Dryness and Leech Out Dampness Decoction)
From: Bases of Medicine (1861) by Shi Shou-Tang

San Zhong Kui Jian Tang (Decoction to Disperse Swelling and Ulcerate What is Hard)
From: Secrets from the Orchid Chamber by Li Gao / Li Dong Yuan (1276)

Sang Ju Yin (Mulberry Leaf and Chysanthemum Drink)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Shen Xi Dan (Magical Rhinoceros Special Pill)
From: Warp and Weft of Warm Diseases by Wang Shi-Xiong / Wang Meng-Ying (1852)

Sheng Tie Luo Yin (Iron Filings Drink)
From: Awakening of the Mind in Medical Studies by Cheng Guo-Peng (1732)

Shu Feng Jie Du Jiao Nang (Dredge Wind and Resolve Toxicity Capsules)
From: Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China by People's Republic of China (2015)

Shuang Huang Lian Kou Fe Ye (Double Coptis Oral Liquid)
From: Henan Tailong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (1960s)

Shuang Huang Lian Pian (Double Coptis Pill)
From: Lekon Golden Formula (1973)

Shuang Jie Jia Cong Chi Tang (Double Releasing Decoction with Spring Onion and Prepared Soybeans)
From: Comprehensive Medicine According to Master Zhang (1695) by Zhang Lu-Yu / Shi-Wan

Shuang Jie San (Double Releasing Powder)
From: Essential Subtleties on the Silver Sea by Unknown, attributed to Sun Si Miao (Maybe composed in the Song - Ming Dynasty, published ~1579)

Shuang Jie Tong Sheng San (Double Releasing Powder Powder that Sagely Unblocks)
From: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition by Wu Qian (1742)

Su He Tang (Perilla and Menthol Decoction)
From: New Methods for the Treatment of Gu Syndrome by Lu Shunde (Qing Dynasty)

Wu Shi Cha (High Noon Tea)
From: Experienced Internal and External Prescriptions for All Diseases by Anonymous (1820)

Xi Di Tou Ying Tang (Rhinocerous and Rehmannia Decocotion for Venting the Nutritive Level)
From: Selected Formulas for Warm-Heat Pathogen Diseases (c. 1900)

Xi Gan Ming Mu San (Wash the Liver to Clear the Eyes Powder)
From: Restoration of Health from the Myriad Diseases by Gong Ting-Xian (1587)

Xiang Sheng Po Di Wan (Pill for Restoring Sound to a Broken Flute)
From: Straight Directions from Ren-Zhai (1264) by Yang Shi-Ying / Ren-Zhai

Xiao Yan Jie Du Wan (Reduce Inflammation and Resolve Toxicity Pill)
From: Medical Mirror of Past and Present (Ming era)

Xin Jia Xiang Ru Yin (Newly Augmented Mosla Drink)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Xuan Bi Tang (Disband Painful Obstruction Decoction)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Xuan Du Fa Biao Tang (Dissipate Toxin and Release the Exterior Decoction)
From: Golden Mirror of the Medical Tradition by Wu Qian (1742)

Yin Hua Jie Du Tang (Honeysuckle Decocotion to Resolve Toxicity)
From: Collected Experiences on Treating Sores (1806)

Yin Qiao Bai Du San (Honeysuckle and Forsythia Powder to Overcome Pathogenic Influences)
From: Medical Formulas Collected and Analysed by Wang Ang (1682)

Yin Qiao Ma Bo San (Honeysuckle, Forsythia and Puffball Powder)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Yin Qiao San (Honeysuckle and Forsythia Powder)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Yin Qiao Tang (Honeysuckle and Forsythia Decoction)
From: Systematic Differentiation of Warm Pathogen Diseases by Wu Tang / Wu Ju Tong (1798)

Zhong Zheng Qi Qi Ying Liang Fan Fang (Severe Stage Qi and Ying Both Blazing Prescription)
From: Diagnosis and Treatment Protocol for Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia (Trial Version 7), Chinese Medical Journal 2020, 133(9): 1087-1095. doi: 10.1097/CM9.0000000000000819 by Wei Pei-Fang (editor), National Health Commission & National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2020)

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Reference Notes:

Individual herb information has sourced mainly from TCM Wiki and American Dragon for basic data and then updated manually with my own notes. Zhou, Xie and Yan (2011): Encyclopedia of Traditional Chinese Medicines, Vol. 5, and A+ Medical Encyclopaedia have been used for entries not available from those sources with additional material searched for and filled in where available. Western herbs not appearing in the Chinese literature have used Ross (2010): Combining Western Herbs and Chinese Medicine: A Clinical Materia Medica, White Rabbit Institute of Healing and therapeutika.ch. Choices of which source to use or combine have been my own.

These pages are intended to assist clinicians and are not intended for self-diagnosis or treatment for which a qualified professional should be consulted. Actions and indications are taken from traditional uses and do not necessarily reflect the evidence base which should be researched independently. Dosages are for guidance only and will vary dependening on the potency of the batch and the tolerance of the individual so should be evaluated by a professional based on individual needs.