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[Willow Divination Decoction]

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Willow Divination Decoction

Code: CF_158 | Source: "Clinical Experience Formulas of Traditional Chinese Medicine" | Period: Modern Times | Author: Formula Compilation


Overview

ItemContent
CategoryExpectorant - Wind-Damp Relieving
FunctionRelieving wind-damp, unblocking collaterals, and alleviating pain
IndicationsWind-damp arthralgia, joint stiffness and limited movement

Composition (Literature Reference, No Dosage)

Herbal Composition: Chinese willow; Dong quai; Qin jiao; Dang gui; Guizhi

Principal and Assistant Herbs: Principal Herb: Chinese willow; Assistant Herbs: Dong quai-Qin jiao; Adjuvant Herbs: Dang gui; Assistant Herbs: Guizhi


Pathogenesis and Formula Explanation

Pathogenesis: Wind-cold-damp pathogenic factors obstructing the meridians

Formula Explanation: Chinese willow for unblocking collaterals and alleviating pain as the principal herb; Dong quai and Qin jiao for祛wind-damp as the assistant herbs; Dang gui for nourishing blood and activating blood circulation


Associated Raw Materials (Aromatherapy Encyclopedia)

  • Chinese willow
  • Dong quai
  • Qin jiao
  • Dang gui

Modern Applications and References

Clinical Reference: Rheumatoid arthritis; osteoarthritis

Modern Research: Anti-inflammatory and analgesic

Aromatherapy Modification Reference

This database currently has no compound entries with the same name as this formula for aromatherapy; you may choose related single essential oil entries or consult professionals for compounding.


Compilation Notes: This entry is automatically generated from classic_formulas.csv, for professional reference only, and does not constitute medical advice; clinical use should be based on differentiation and physician's instructions.

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