Description
Golden Qi Caps is a research formula from the People's Republic of China that combines Zhi Sou San (Stop Coughing Powder) and Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Minor Bupleurum Decoction) with additions and subtractions. This 9:1 extract formula supports healthy respiratory function while harmonizing the liver and spleen. It traditionally addresses patterns of phlegm heat with underlying liver-spleen disharmony or shao yang aspect patterns.
TCM Actions
- Clears heat and transforms phlegm
- Stops cough and levels panting
- Harmonizes the liver and spleen
- Rectifies the qi and disinhibits the qi mechanism
Clinical Applications
- Supports healthy respiratory function in patterns of chronic cough and panting
- Traditionally used for thick, yellow phlegm manifestations
- Supports healthy liver qi flow and spleen function
- May be used in shao yang aspect patterns with alternating fever and chills
Ingredients
- Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri)
- Zi Wan (Radix Asteris)
- Bai Qian (Rhizoma Cynanchi Stantonii)
- Bai Bu (Radix Stemonae)
- Dang Shen (Radix Codonopsitis)
- Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi)
- Sang Bai Pi (Cortex Mori)
- Fu Ling (Poria)
- Da Zao (Fructus Jujubae)
- Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae)
- Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae)
- Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae)
- Zi Su Ye (Fructus Perillae)
- Sheng Jiang (uncooked Rhizoma Zingiberis)
- Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae)
Clinical Classification
Clinical Classification
Harmonize Shao YangClear Phlegm-HeatTransform Phlegm
Systems: Liver · Spleen · Lung
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