Description
Chai Hu Shu Gan San is a classical Ming dynasty formula from Zhang Jie-bin's Jing Yue Quan Shu (1624 CE). This 10:1 powdered extract formula courses and harmonizes the liver while resolving depression and rectifying the qi, providing comprehensive support for healthy liver qi flow and blood nourishment.
TCM Actions
- Courses and harmonizes the liver, resolves depression and rectifies the qi
Clinical Applications
- Supports healthy liver qi flow patterns
- Traditionally used to address patterns associated with chest, stomach duct, breast, and rib-side distention and discomfort
- Supports healthy menstrual comfort
- Supports healthy premenstrual patterns
- Supports healthy stress response and emotional balance
Ingredients
- Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri)
- Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Albae)
- Chuan Xiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)
- Xiang Fu (Rhizoma Cyperi)
- Zhi Ke (Fructus Aurantii)
- Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae)
Recommended Dosage
According to Him-che Yeung in Handbook of Chinese Herbs and Formulas, Vol. 2, the standard daily dose in decoction for this formula is 48 grams. Because of the 10:1 concentration ratio and the efficiency of our manufacturing process it would take only 7 capsules per day of Blue Poppy's version of this formula to equal the standard daily dose. The actual prescribed dose should be determined by the practitioner on a case by case basis.
Clinical Classification
Clinical Classification
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