Da Qing Long Tang
Overview
Da Qing Long Tang originates from Zhang Zhongjing’s Shang Han Lun and is a classic formula for inducing sweating to release the exterior while clearing interior heat; it has relatively strong medicinal effects.
Formula Composition
Common ingredients include Ephedra, cinnamon twig, honey-fried licorice root, apricot kernel, gypsum, fresh ginger, and jujube.
Note: The specific formula proportions may vary among different sources and dosage forms; please follow the instructions for the actual product.
Traditional Actions and Indications
Traditionally used for manifestations of relatively pronounced exterior cold with concurrent interior heat and irritability, including aversion to cold, fever, absence of sweating, body aches, and irritability.
Precautions
- Da Qing Long Tang has a strong sweating effect and is not suitable for routine self-medication for the common cold.
- This formula contains Ephedra. People with hypertension, cardiac arrhythmia, coronary heart disease, or hyperthyroidism should exercise particular caution.
- If profuse sweating, palpitations, chest tightness, dizziness, or dehydration occurs, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention.
- Pregnant women, children, older adults, and people with weak constitutions should not use it without professional guidance.