Acorus Calamus Powder
Code: CF_150 | Source: "Taiping Huimin Heji Zuo Fang" | Dynasty: Song | Author: Official Compilation
Overview
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Category | Expectorant - Aromatic Dampness Reliever |
| Function | Relieve exterior syndrome and dampness; regulate qi and harmonize the middle |
| Indications | External wind-cold syndrome; internal dampness retention; headache and dizziness; chest and diaphragm stuffiness; epigastric and abdominal distension and pain; vomiting and diarrhea; white greasy tongue coating; floating pulse |
Composition (Literature Reference, No Dosage)
Herbal Composition: Acorus calamus; Perilla frutescens; Angelica dahurica; Areca catechu; Poria cocos; Atractylodes macrocephala; Citrus reticulata; Pinellia ternata; Magnolia officinalis; Platycodon grandiflorus; Glycyrrhiza uralensis; Zingiber officinale; Jujube; Cinnamon
Principal and Assistant Herbs: Principal Herb: Acorus calamus; Assistant Herbs: Perilla frutescens-Angelica dahurica; Assistant Herbs: Areca catechu-Poria cocos-Atractylodes macrocephala-Citrus reticulata-Pinellia ternata-Magnolia officinalis-Platycodon grandiflorus-Zingiber officinale-Jujube; Assistant Herbs: Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Pathogenesis and Formula Explanation
Pathogenesis: External wind-cold; internal dampness retention
Formula Explanation: Acorus calamus, with its aromatic properties, is used to resolve dampness and relieve exterior symptoms as the principal herb; Perilla frutescens and Angelica dahurica are used to relieve exterior cold as assistant herbs; Areca catechu is used for its action of promoting qi and relieving stuffiness; Poria cocos and Atractylodes macrocephala are used for their action of invigorating the spleen and draining dampness; Citrus reticulata and Pinellia ternata are used for their action of regulating qi and resolving phlegm; Magnolia officinalis is used for its action of promoting qi and relieving fullness; Platycodon grandiflorus is used for its action of clearing the lung; Zingiber officinale and Jujube are used to harmonize the formula; Glycyrrhiza uralensis is used to harmonize the formula.
Associated Ingredients (Aromatic Encyclopedia)
- Angelica dahurica
- Acorus calamus
- Perilla frutescens
- Citrus reticulata
- Magnolia officinalis
- Zingiber officinale
Modern Applications and References
Clinical Reference: Acute gastroenteritis; common cold; indigestion
Modern Research: Regulation of gastrointestinal function; antibacterial; antiemetic; antidiarrheal
Aromatherapy Modification Reference
An aromatherapy compound similar in concept to this formula (not a substitute for辨证汤剂):
- Acorus Calamus Powder Aromatherapy Version
Compilation Notes: This entry is automatically generated from classic_formulas.csv, for professional reference only, and does not constitute medical advice; clinical practice should be based on辨证 and physician's advice.
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