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Coptis Decoction

Heat above and Cold below caused by Transmission of External Cold to the Middle Jiao This educational formula record links its documented ingredients and traditional context; it is not a prescribing recommendation.

Key reference facts

Formula type
classical
Actions
Regulates Cold and Heat; Harmonizes the Stomach; Descends Rebellious Qi
Pattern terms
Heat above and Cold below caused by Transmission of External Cold to the Middle Jiao; Heat in the chest and Cold in the Stomach
Safety note
CONTRAINDICATIONS This formula is not effective for nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain due to Qi or Food Stagnation. Contraindicated for those with nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain due to Yin Deficiency. HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Related library records

Source reference: American Dragon ยท Coptis Decoction

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