Translation

Three-Yellow Decoction to Sedate the Epigastrium

Formula Type

Clear Heat & Resolve Toxicity

Actions

Purges Fire and Drains Dampness

Source

Essentials from the Golden Cabinet (c.220)

Ingredients

1. Huang Qin3g
2. Huang Lian3g
3. Da Huang6g

Indication

For late-stage warm pathogen disorder where the yin has been injured manifesting with severe palpitations, Heart pain, and a thin, rapid, irregular pulse. May be accompanied by fever, flushed face, hot palms and soles, a dry throat, dizziness, tinnitus, spasms, quivering fingers, impaired consciousnes, stiffness of the tongue or a deep-red and dry tongue, blackish teeth, and cracked lips.

Contraindication

1. This formula contains bitter and cold hebs that may damage the Spleen and Stomach and should therefore be discontinuedonce the desired effect has been reached. This formula is contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing, and in individuals with deficiency and cold of the Spleen and Stomach.