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乌梅丸 [Chinese herbal formula]

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乌梅丸

编号: CF_156 | Source: Treatise on Cold Damage | Dynasty: Han Dynasty | Author: Zhang Zhongjing


Overview

ItemContent
CategoryAnthelmintic
FunctionWarming the interior, calming the ascaris, using both cold and hot properties
IndicationsAbdominal pain due to ascaris, intermittent pain, vomiting

Composition (Literature reference, no dosage)

Herbal Composition: Prunus mume; Asarum sieboldii; Dried ginger; Angelica sinensis; Sichuan pepper; Cinnamon twigs; Phellodendron amurense; Coptis chinensis; Aconitum carmichaelii; Panax ginseng

Principal and Assistant Herbs: Principal herb: Prunus mume; Assistant herbs: Asarum sieboldii - Dried ginger - Sichuan pepper; Assistant herbs: Angelica sinensis - Cinnamon twigs - Phellodendron amurense - Coptis chinensis; Assistant herbs: Aconitum carmichaelii - Panax ginseng


Pathogenesis and Formula Explanation

Pathogenesis: Mixed cold and heat, ascaris disturbance

Formula Explanation: Prunus mume is used as the principal herb for its sour property to calm the ascaris; Asarum sieboldii, dried ginger, and Sichuan pepper warm the interior and expel the ascaris as assistant herbs; Angelica sinensis nourishes blood; Coptis chinensis and Phellodendron amurense clear the upper heat; Cinnamon twigs and Aconitum carmichaelii warm the lower cold.


Associated Ingredients (Aromatherapy Encyclopedia)

  • Prunus mume
  • Asarum sieboldii
  • Dried ginger
  • Angelica sinensis
  • Sichuan pepper

Modern Applications and References

Clinical Reference: Biliary ascariasis; Chronic enteritis

Modern Research: Regulation of intestinal smooth muscle

Aromatherapy Modification Reference

This library currently has no compound entry with the same name as this formula for aromatherapy; you may choose related single essential oil entries or consult a professional for blending.


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 instructions.

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