Qiang Huo Usages and Indications

• Release exterior, disperse cold - useful with wind-cold and damp associated body/joint pain
• Guiding herb for the GV and Tai Yang Channels

Cautions and Contraindications

• Avoid in Blood and/or Yin Deficiency
• Avoid with Exterior Deficiency
All Cautions

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Qiang Huo

• Dosage: 6-15g

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Our database contains 10 TCM Formulas where Qiang Huo is generally used

C

• Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao Wan -Ligusticum Tea Pills (Expel Wind)

J

• Jing Fang Bai Du Wan -Schizonepeta and Siler Powder to Overcome Pathogenic Influences (Release the Exterior)
• Juan Bi Wan -Remove Painful Obstruction Decoction (Expel Dampness)

P

• Pian Tou Tong Wan -Migraine Pills (Harmonize)

R

• Ren Shen Bai Du Wan -Ginseng Detoxification Pills (Release the Exterior)

S

• Shen Tong Zhu Yu Wan -Remove Stagnant Blood from a Painful Body Pills (Invigorate the Blood)
• Shu Jing Huo Xue Wan -Relax The Channels and Invigorate The Blood Decoction (Invigorate the Blood)

T

• Te Xiao Jing Zhui Tong Wan -Patent Neck Pain Relief Pills (Invigorate the Blood)
• Tong Bian Wan -Constipation Pills (Treat Dryness)

X

• Xin Yi Wan -Magnolia Flower Powder (Release the Exterior)

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