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FORMULA SHO FOR DR. OTSUKAʼS 13 ABDOMINAL CONFORMATIONS Prepared by Nigel Dawes L.Ac. Source Text: Kanpo, A Clinical Guide to Theory and Practice Otsuka, K.; Translated by De Soriano, G. & Dawes, N. Churchill Livingstone, London, 2010 ISBN: 9780443100932 KEY: 1. The KF# refers to the Formulas index in the above-mentioned text and may be referenced directly in Appendix #1 2. The KH# refers to the Herb index (Appendix #2) 3. Words in Caps refer to Japanese Terms in the Glossary (Appendix #3) NOTE: The formulas accompanying each Abdominal SHO are intended by Dr. Otsuka as EXAMPLES used in each case. We must pay attention to the patho-mechanism and treatment principle in each example given so that other, similar formulas may be considered and differentiated.

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FORMULA SHO FOR DR. OTSUKAʼS 13

ABDOMINAL CONFORMATIONS

Prepared by Nigel Dawes L.Ac.

Source Text:

Kanpo, A Clinical Guide to Theory and PracticeOtsuka, K.; Translated by De Soriano, G. & Dawes, N.Churchill Livingstone, London, 2010ISBN: 9780443100932

KEY: 1. The KF# refers to the Formulas index in the above-mentioned text and may be

referenced directly in Appendix #12. The KH# refers to the Herb index (Appendix #2)3. Words in Caps refer to Japanese Terms in the Glossary (Appendix #3)

NOTE:

The formulas accompanying each Abdominal SHO are intended by Dr. Otsuka as EXAMPLES used in each case. We must pay attention to the patho-mechanism and treatment principle in each example given so that other, similar formulas may be considered and differentiated.

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1. Lax & Powerless Fuku Bu Nan Jyaku Mu Ryoku 腹部軟弱無力

Vitality Combination, KF147真武湯 (Shibu To / Zhen Wu Tang)Indications: This formula was originally called Genbuto, but the name was changed after the death of the Emperor Gen. It is used to treat various symptoms such as when the metabolic function is waning, causing SUI DOKU, to collect in the gastro-intestinal tract, or abdominal pain and diarrhoea, or dizziness or rapid heart palpation.Most commonly, the abdominal area is Soft and Lax, (軟弱 Nanjyaku), the Pulse is Deep, and Weak, or Slow, or Small, and Slow, or Floating, Weak, and Slow, with extreme fatigue, hands and feet that get cold easily and a general lack of SEI KI.Applications: Ptosis, visceroptosis (prolapse of an organ), hypotension, gastrointestinal atony, chronic gastrointestine colitis, chronic diarrhoea, chronic nephritis, urticaria, eczema, motor/sensory palsy.

Ginseng & Ginger Combination, KF203人参湯 (Ninjin To / Ren Shen Tang aka: Li Zhong Tang)

Indications: This formula is used to warm Internal coldness, KAN, when there are KYO, weak digestive organs, poor skin tone, lack of vital KI. The tongue is not coated and is Damp, the urine is clear and copious, the four limbs easily become cold, the saliva is thin and collects in the mouth (traditionally this means coldness of the stomach), the faeces are soft and there is a tendency to get diarrhoea easily. There may also be complaints of dizziness, vomiting and stomach pain.There are two types of Abdominal SHO, the first is a thin soft Abdomen with no strength, when the splash sound, SHIN SUI ON, is present.In the second SHO, the Abdominal wall is thin and hard like a sheet of veneer when pressed.Applications: Gastric ptosis, gastric atony, gastroenteritis, gastric ulcer, emesis, infantile auto-intoxicity, intercostalneuralgia.

Four Major Herb Combination, KF117四君子湯 (Shikunshi To / Si Jun Zi Tang)Indications: The strength of the KI, is waning and there is a tendency towards anaemia, and weakness of the gastro-intestinal system. The Pulse and Abdomen are both lacking strength, the arms and legs are tired and heavy, and even the spoken words have no strength.Applications: Gastric ptosis, gastric atony, gastric ulcer, stomach cancer.

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Major Zanthoxylum Combination, KF170大建中湯 (Dai Kenchu To / Da Jian Zhong Tang)Indications: There are two types of indications; in the first there is a swollen abdomen which is flaccid, weak and powerless, fluids and gasses easily stagnate, there is peristaltic distress or disturbance (such as ilius), which can be observed visually as though the abdominal wall were transparent. As the peristaltic movement becomes extreme, there may be complaints of abdominal pain and vomiting. In the second type, the entire abdominal wall becomes tense and distended through the stagnation of gases this symptom can not be observed visually, although there are complaints of abdominal pain. There is HIE SHO, and the pulse is weak.Applications: Peristaltic distress, intestinal stenosis (especially due to intestinal adhesion after surgery), intestinal atony, urinary stones, Douglas itʼs (inflammation of Douglasʼ pouch), appendicitis, circumscribed peritonitis (not general but restricted), abdominal pain due to ascariasis.

Minor Cinnamon & Peony Combination, KF135小建中湯 (Sho Kenchu To / Xiao Jian Zhong Tang)Indications: Usually this patient has a weak and KYO, body and is easily tired or is normally fit and strong but has become extremely exhausted as difficulties piled up. There are two types of abdominal SHO. In the first abdominal SHO the abdominal wall is thin, and the abdominal muscles seem to float on the abdomen surface, and are tight KIN CHO. In the second abdominal SHO, the abdominal area is weak, thin and has no strength, the peristaltic movements (of the intestine) are increased and can be visibly observed beneath the abdominal wall. The first SHO resembles the abdomen of Major Zanthoxylum Combination SHO, KF170. Other similar symptoms are heart palpitations, complaints are of abdominal pains, nocturnal sweating, epistaxis, nocturnal emission, HAN NETSU, of the hands and feet, painful heavy limbs, dryness of the mouth, losing urine.Applications: Improve the constitution of weak children, enuresis, inguinal hernia, abnormal nocturnal crying in children, gastritis, common cold, measles, pneumonia and other progressing diseases accompanied by acute abdominal pain, spinal caries, chronic peritonitis, neurosis, gastric ptosis, asthma, purpura, appendicitis, conjunctivitis, retinal haemorrhage.

Inula & Hematite Combination, KF162旋覆花代赭石湯 (Senpukuka Taishaseki To / Xuan Hu Hua Dai Zhe Shi Tang) Indications: Used for treating gastrointestinal weakness (Icho Kyojaku 胃 腸 虛 弱 ) where there

is “stagnant water” beneath the heart, epigastric distention, Nobose, sour stomach, vomiting, frequent reflux a delicate (KYO) constitution and a pule that is weak.Applications: Sour stomach, gastrectasia, gastric distention, gastroptosis, gastritis, gatric ulcer, gastric cancer, pyloric constriction, toxemia during pregnancy, pediatric vomiting.

Coptis & Rhubarb Combination, KF103三黄瀉心湯 (San-o Shashin To / San Huang Xie Xin Tang)Indications: Use for such symptoms as NOBOSE, Tidal Red Face, feelings such as uneasiness, or anxiety, with a tendency toward constipation. The pulse has STRENGTH, during the abdominal exam there is no KYO KYO KU MAN, nor is there Rectus Abdominal Spasm (RI KYU), though the patient experiences a feeling of fullness in the epigastrum area. Often the muscles of the abdominal wall are neither tense nor flaccid, but are elastic on the surface and powerful in the depths.Applications: Cerebral haemorrhage, cerebral hypermia, hemopetysis, coughing blood, epistaxia, uterine hemorrhage, hemorroidal hemorrhage, hypertension, neurosis, insommia, gastric ulcer, gasrititis, CHI NO MICHI, climatic disturbances, skin disease, eye disease, epilepsy, schizophrenia, burns

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2. Abdominal FullnessFuku Man 腹 滿

Cinnamon & Peony Combination, KF64桂枝加芍薬湯 (Keishi Ka Shakuyaku To / Gui Zhi Jia Shao Yao Tang)Indications: This is Cinnamon Combination with increased doses of Peony (Peony is applied for muscle contractions in female diseases). Applied for HIE SHO, with abdominal pain and FUKU MAN. These symptoms are often aggravated by the cold, and accompanied by diarrhoea or vomiting. The rectus abdominus is tense and swollen and seems to float on the surface of the abdomen when touched.Applications: Colitis, parotitis, and chronic peritonitis.

Minor Cinnamon & Peony Combination, KF135 (see Abdomen #1 above)小建中湯 (Sho Kenchu To / Xiao Jian Zhong Tang)

Aconite, Ginger & Licorice Combination, KF115四逆湯 (Shigyaku To / Si Ni Tang)Indications: This formula is used when metabolic functions are at a low point, and are very much exhausted; so this formula has the ability to heal by promoting these functions. This condition manifests itself in two different forms, in the first there is coldness of the extremities and OKAN, pallor/blue-white face, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain and so forth when the Pulse is Deep, and Fine, or Slow, and Weak.In the second form, there is External Heat and Internal Cold (if the temperature is taken it registers very high 39-40 0C, yet there is the desire to wear more warm clothing or to use blankets), a red face, a feeling of fever on the body surface, but a Pulse Deep, Infrequent and Weak. This syndrome is sometimes misdiagnosed as the Cinnamon Combination SHO, KF60 of the TAI YOH BYO, (Tai Yang stage).Applications: Various acute febrile diseases, various acute disease stages with vomiting and diarrhoea, appendicitis, severe dysentery (bacterial).

Major Buplerum Combination, KF171大柴胡湯 (Dai Saiko* To / Da Chai Hu Tang)Indications: The main symptoms are of KYO KYO KU MAN, and a feeling of obstruction in the epigistrum. There is a tendency to be constipated, and obesity. This is Minor Bupleurum Combination, KF136 for the JITSU SHO.Applications: Hypertension, inflammation of the gallbladder, gall stones hepatitis, gastritis, asthma, obesity, habitual constipation.

Major Rhubarb Combination, KF172大承気湯 (Dai Jyoki To / Da Cheng Qi Tang)Indications: This formula is representative of those applied for YOH MEI BYO, (Yang Ming Stage). When used for febrile diseases such as SHO KAN, there will be symptoms such as FUKU MAN, delirium, CHO NETSU, (Tidal Fever) and a Strong pulse which may be Slow, and Deep. With various common diseases, there may appear other symptoms such as a Strong swollen abdomen, FUKU MAN, constipation and a Strong Pulse. The Major Bupleurum Combination, KF171 sign, KYO KYO KU MAN, is not present.Applications: Obesity, hypertension, psychosis, habitual constipation, tetanus, and food poisoning.

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Capillaris Combination, KF5茵蔯蒿湯 (Inchinko To / Yin Chen Hao Tang) Indications: The abdomen, especially the upper abdomen is swollen, and from the solar plexus to the chest there is a reeling of discomfort that is difficult to explain. Because of the expansion of the abdomen, there are complaints of nausea. Further, though there is thirst and water is drunk, the quantity of urination is scant and there is constipation. There may be jaundice but that is not a certain symptom. When there is jaundice, the colour of the urine resembles a boiled extract of Phellodendron Bark, KH16. Yet there are times when there is no dry mouth, and the volume of the urine is not conspicuously decreased. Also oedema may be seen.Applications: Hepatitis, Urticaria (hives), Food poisoning, Nephritis, Nephrosis.Combined indications of Major Bupleurum Combination and Minor Bupleurum Combination.

3. Epigastric Obstruction ResistenceShin Ka Hi Ko 心 下 痞 硬

Pinella and Licorice Combination, KF43甘草瀉心湯 (Kanzo Shashin To / Gan Cao Xie Xin Tang)Indications: This is Pinellia Combination with an increased quantity of Licorice. It is similar to Pinellia Combination SHO, KF214 though for the acute emergency symptoms. Applications: Severe diarrhoea, insomnia, stomatitis, and the acute emergency stage of gastro-enteritis.

Pinellia Combination, KF214半夏瀉心湯 (Hange Shashin To / Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang)

Indications: There is the Abdominal Sho SHIN KA HI KO, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal gurgling and diarrhoea. There may be white tongue fur. If there are complaints of belching and bad breath use Pinellia & Ginger Combination, KF142. In acute emergency cases with symptoms such as these use Pinellia & Licorice Combination, KF43.Applications : Gastro-enteritis, gastric ulcer, gastric ptosis, diarrhoea with flatulence, hyperacidity of gastric fluids, stomatitis, neurosis, insomnia, somnambulism, gastric dilation.

Coptis & Rhubarb Combination, KF103 (see Abdomen #1 above)三黄瀉心湯 (San-o Shashin To / San Huang Xie Xin Tang)

4. Epigastric ObstructionShin Ka Hi 心 下 痞

Ginseng & Ginger Combination, KF203 (See Abdomen #1 above)人参湯 (Ninjin To / Ren Shen Tang)

Four Major Herb Combination, KF117 (See Abdomen #1 above)四君子湯 (Shikunshi To / Si Jun Zi Tang)

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5. Hypochondriac Painful FullnessKyo Kyo Ku Man 胸 脅 苦 滿6. Hypochondriac Obstruction ResistenceKyo Ka Hi Ko 脅 下 痞 硬

Bupleurum & Peony Formula, KF33 加味逍遥散 (Kami Shoyo San / Jia Wei Xiao Yao San)Indications: This is used in CHI NO MICHI SHO, (a womanʼs neurosis characterised by tiring easily, capricious moods which do not calm down) when everything seems to weigh on oneʼs mind, and there are such symptoms as a heavy feeling in the head, headache, stiff shoulders, dizziness, insomnia, NOBOSE, cold feet, irregular menstruation, lumbago and constipation etc, as well as when the complaints seem endless.Applications: CHI NO MICHI SHO, KDX, irregular menstruation, hysteria, eczema, sterility, chronic hepatitis, early light stage of pulmonary TB, cystitis, leucorrhoea.

Bupleurum & Dragon Bone Combination, KF95柴胡加竜骨牡蠣湯 (Saiko* Ka Ryukotsu Borei To / Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang)Indications: Applied to those patients with and Abdominal SHO similar to the that characteristic of Major Bupleurum Combination, KF171 or Minor Bupleurum Combination, KF136, when there is KYO KYO KU MAN, and fullness of the upper abdomen, and in some cases even a rapid palpitation in the area around the navel (SHIN KA KI). With that Abdominal SHO, there may be complaints of irritability, excitability, insomnia, mental confusion or in extreme situations even psychosis. Cramps also may occur, as may such symptoms as cardiac palpitation, and shortness of breath.Applications: Neurosis, insomnia, hypertension, cardiac valvular failure, arteriosclerosis, epilepsy, hysteria, cardiac neurosis, sequela (a lesion or affection caused by an attack) of apoplexy, impotence, and Basedowʼs disease.

Bupleurum, Cinnamon & Ginger Combination, KF99柴胡桂枝乾姜湯 (Saiko* Keishi Kankyo To / Chai Hu Gui Zhi Gan Jiang Tang)Indications: Similar to Bupleurum & Dragon Bone Combination, KF95, but these signs are one step more positively KYO SHO. For example, body strength is weak, there is poor skin tone, cardiac palpitations, shortness of breath, dry mouth, both a Pulse and Abdomen with no strength, a rapid increased palpitation of abdominal aorta (腹部の動悸亢進 Fukubu no Doki Koshin), and symptoms such as a splash in the epigastrium, SHIN KA BU SHIN SUI ON.Applications: CHI NO MICHI SHO, neurosis, complications of the common cold, pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis, pleurisy, cardiac palpitation.

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Bupleurum & Cinnamon Combination, KF98柴胡桂枝湯 (Saiko* Keishi To / Chai Hu Gui Zhi Tang)Indications: This formula must be regarded as the combination of Minor Bupleurum Combination, KF136 and Cinnamon Combination, KF60 in that when used for symptoms similar to Minor Bupleurum Combination SHO; plus OKAN, OFU, body aches and similar accumulations of Outside SHO (HYO SHO) manifestations.Apart from that, the most common of the various diseases to which it is applied are with KYO KYO KU MAN, when there is also seen the Rectus Abdominis Spasm (RI KYU).Further, Dr. Saburo Aimi1, has discovered that increasing the dosage of peony to 5 - 6 grams per day is very effective for various diseases brought on by stress.Applications: Common cold, influenza, gastritis, gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, bronchial asthma, epilepsy, enuresis, cholecystitis, gall stones, neurosis.

Minor Bupleurum Combination, KF136小柴胡湯 (Sho Saiko* To / Xiao Chai Hu Tang)Indications: This formula is used for fevers, especially in the SHO YO BYO, (Shao Yang Stage) as alternating fever and chills; and SHIN NETSU (Body Fever), (身熱 Shin Netsu) – not accompanied by KYO KYO KU MAN. Further symptoms may include those such as a bitter taste in the mouth, white tongue fur, loss of appetite, SHIN PAN, (an unpleasant feeling in the chest), nausea, vomiting, or dry throat. When there is no fever it is used for various diseases when there is KYO KYO KU MAN.Applications: Various febrile diseases and diseases accompanied by fever, common cold, influenza, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, parotitis, pneumonia, pleurisy, bronchitis, tuberculosis of the lung, lymphatic tuberculosis, hepatitis, and gastro-enteritis.

Bupleurum Formula. KF247抑肝散 (Yokukan San / Yi Gan San)

Indications: Commonly used for extreme hot temper or irritability originally this formula was used for spasmodic seizures in children, but now is also used for adults with nervousness and insomnia. As for the Abdominal SHO, often on the left side of M. rectus abdominus the Koren, (拘攣 Koren) is observed, but this symptom is not always present. If the abdominal muscles are powerless, weak and soft, and the pulsation of the abdominal aorta beats abnormally strong, then use Bupleurum Formula, KF247 plus Citrus, KH139 and Pinellia, KH163 (making Bupleurum, Citrus and Pinellia Formula, KF248).Applications: Neurosis, hysteria, children crying at night, insomnia, climactic disturbance, CHI NO MICHI, poliomyelitis, rachitis (inflammatory disease of the vertebral column), squella, torticollis of a neutrogenic nature.

1 相見三郎氏 Aimi Saburo Shi – a Colleague of Dr. Otsuka’s

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7. Epigastric “Splash” SoundShin Ka Bu Shin Sui On 心 下 部 振 水 音

Hoelen Combination, KF222茯苓飲 (Fukuryo In / Fuling Yin)Indications: Used for treating stagnant fluids in the stomach: “Suidoku”. As a result there will be nausea, fullness and distention in the epigastrium (especially after eating), fatigue, heavy limbs and so on.In addition to this abdominal SHO you will often find: 4. Epigastric Obstruction (Shin Ka Hi 心 下 痞 ).Applications: Gastritis, gastroptosis, enlargement of the stomach, gastroxia and gadtrointestinal exhaustion.

Ginseng & Ginger Combination, KF203 (See Abdomen #1 above) 人参湯

(Ninjin To / Ren Shen Tang)

Vitality Combination, KF147 (See Abdomen #1 above)真武湯 (Shibu To / Zhen Wu Tang)

Pinellia & Magnolia Combination, KF213半夏厚朴湯 (Hange Koboku To / Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang)

Indications: This is one of the most important Ki regulating prescriptions. It disperses the KI NO UTTAI, (Qi Stasis), and brightens the spirits. When there is a feeling of obstruction in the throat or a feeling as though a disc were stuck in the throat, this relieves that kind of sensation. Applications: Anxiety neurosis, CHI NO MICHI SHO, bronchial asthma, oesophageal spasm, bronchitis, whooping cough, morning sickness, gastritis, gastric atony, oesophageal diventicle.

Alisma, Hoelen & Ginger Combination, KF225茯苓沢瀉湯 (Bukuryo Kyonin Kanzo To / Fu Ling Ze Xie Tang).Indications: This formula is based on: Atractylodes & Hoelen Combination, KF259苓桂朮甘湯 (Ryo Kei Jutsu Kan To / Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang) with Alisma (Ze Xie) and Ginger (Sheng Jiang) added. Used for treating gastric distress with vomiting and thirst, oliguria, palpitations, Nobose, headache, vertigo, abdominal distention and pain. Applications: Abdominal distention, gastroptosis, gastromegaly, gastric ulcer, gastric cancer, pyloric onstruction, eclampsia, regurgitation of milk in young infants.

8. Inside SpasmRi Kyu 裡 急

Minor Cinnamon & Peony Combination, KF135 (See Abdomen #1 above)小建中湯 (Sho Kenchu To / Xiao Jian Zhong Tang)

Major Zanthoxylum Combination, KF170 (See Abdomen #1 above)大建中湯 (Dai Kenchu To / Da Jian Zhong Tang)

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9. Lower Abdomen Tight SpasmSho Fuku Ko Kyu 少 腹 拘 急

Rehmannia Eight Combination, KF209八味丸 (Hachimi Gan / Ba Wei Di Huang Wan / Ba Wei Wan)

Indications: This formula is also known as Kidney KI Pills, and is used in cases of ebbing kidney functions. However, the Kidney in oriental medical theory also includes functions of the uro-genital organs. Therefore, fatigue or heaviness in the lower half of the body, polyuria, frequent urination, scant urination, RINREKI, lumbar pain, HAN NETSU, KETSU REI, (abnormal coldness of the extremities), thirst, dryness of the mouth, and such symptoms are included. This formula is to be avoided by people with loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting and such symptoms.There are two types of Abdominal SHO. In the first, the central medial line is caved-in and powerless, also the lineal alba can be detected by touch. In the second type, in the region of the pelvic bone, the muscle rectus abdominus is tense, hard and tight. This condition is called SHO FUKU KO KYU in classical Kanpo terminology.Applications: Cystitis, prostat-hypertrophy, nephritis, mephlosclerosis, hypertension, intermittent claudication , diabetes myelitis, cerebral haemorrhage, impotence, diabetes insipidus, lumbar pain, sciatica, retention of urine, urinary incontinence., enurisis, leukorrhea, white cataracts, tinnitus.

10. Cardiac, Epigastric and Lower Abdominal PulsationsShin Ki / Shin Ka Ki / Sai Ka Ki 心 悸 / 心 下 悸 / 臍 下 悸

Baked Licorice Combination, KF122炙甘草湯 (Shakanzo To / Zhi Gan Cao Tang)Indications: This formula is alternatively called Fukumyakuto (the restorer of the pulse). It is applied for rapid palpitations, shortness of breath, waning of body strength and exhaustion, when the quality of the pulse is Knotted, (脈の結滞 Myakuno Kettai).Applications: Hyperthyroid, heart disease, neurogenic palpitations, and hypertension.

Cinnamon & Dragon Bone Combination, KF68桂枝加竜骨牡蠣湯 (Keishi Ka Ryukotsu Borei To / Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang)Indications: A constitution that is not strong, nervousness, easily both tired and excitable, with a tendency for NOBOSE, where the lower extremities are cold, when palpitations can be felt near the navel, and there are complaints of frequent urination. Often the pulse is large and not strong. Other common symptoms are complaints of coldness of the external genitalia and the loss of hair from the top of the head.Applications: Neurosis, impotence, decreased vitality, nocturnal urination, nocturnal pollution, premature ejaculation.

Pinellia & Magnolia Combination, KF213 (See Abdomen #7 above)半夏厚朴湯 (Hange Koboku To / Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang)

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Atractylodes & Hoelen Combination, KF259苓桂朮甘湯 (Ryo Kei Jutsu Kan To / Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang)Indications: The epigastrium is filled with water and gases, and there may be such symptoms as dizziness, palpitations, headache, and a feeling as though the body is wobbling.Applications: Neurosis, gastric ptosis, gastric atony, cardiac valvular disease, eye disease, and Meniereʼs syndrome.

Hoelen, Licorice & Jujube Combination, KF260苓桂甘棗湯 (Ryo Kei Kanso To / Ling Gui Gan Zao Tang)

Indications: The uses include running piglet syndrome, a neural system disorder which is something like modern day hysterical rapid heart palpitations. At the time of the attack from the lower abdomen to the chest, air feels to be violently rushing upwards, and there is a subjective feeling like the breathing will stop, at this time there may be a loss of consciousness, accompanied by complaints of strong abdominal pain.Applications: Hysteria, infantile autointoxication, neurotic palpitations, cramp/spasm of uterus, stomach cramps/spasms.

Hoelen Five Herb Formula, KF91五苓散 (Go*rei San / Wu Ling San)Indications: There is thirst and although water is drunk the volume of urine is scant. In these cases there may be vomiting accompanied by diarrhoea.Applications: Influenza in children, lack of appetite, auto-intoxication, hangover, one-sided headache, trigeminal neuralgia, quince oedema, nephritis, nephrosis, cardiac valvular disease, acute gastro-enteritis, childhood scrofula (TB swellings).

11. Lower Abdomen Lacking Benevolence Sho Fuku Fu Jin 少 腹 不 仁As per Abdomen #9 above – here the depletion is more severe (especially the Yang).

12. Lower Abdomen Fullness / Lower Abdomen Resistant FullnessSho Fuku Man / Sho Fuku Ko Man 少 腹 滿 / 少 腹 硬 滿

Cinnamon & Hoelen Combination, KF78桂枝茯苓湯 (Keishi Bukuryo To / Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang)Indications: For all the various symptoms of OKETSU, such as where there is an area of resistance in the lower abdomen and pain with pressure there. The most distinguishing characteristic in those patients is the abdomen that is well-nourished elastic and shows good muscular tension. There are no signs of anaemia and only rarely is the abdominal wall lax, weak or lacking strength in the depths.Applications: Irregular menstruation, menstrual disturbances, trauma or bruises, Urticaria, eczema, haemorrhoids, uterine myoma (uterine tumour containing muscle tissue), sterility, appendicitis, ovaritis, inflammation of fallopian tube (salpengetitis), urinary stones.

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Persica & Rhubarb Combination, KF186桃核承気湯 (Tokaku Joki To / Tao He Cheng Qi Tang)Indications: For manifest symptoms of OKETSU SHO, similar to Cinnamon & Hoelen Combination SHO, KF78, but with more intense symptoms such as complaints of constipation and the abdominal examination reveals SHO FUKU KYU KETSU, (lower abdominal resistance and strong pressure pain) usually on left side.Applications: Used often by females with menstrual disturbances and various menstrual irregularities, menstrual or postpartum delirium or confusion, incessant uterine haemorrhage due to retained placenta, subarachnoidal haemorrhage, haemorrhoid, prostatitis, trauma-induced subcutaneous or mucus membrane haemorrhage, eye disease, toothache, urethalstenoisis, pelvic peritonitis.

Rhubarb and Moutan Combination, KF169大黄牡丹皮湯 (Daio Bo*tanpi To / Da Huang Mu Dan Pi Tang)Indications: This formula is primarily applied for signs of OKETSU, and abdominal pain especially complaints of pressure, resistance and pain in the lower abdomen especially on the right side when accompanied by constipation.Applications: Periproctitis, appendicitis, red stool, dysentery, haemorrhoids, adnexis(inflammation of the uterus and the adenexa), pelvic peritonitis, gonorrhoea, gonorrrhoeal epidiymitis, pyelonephritis, urinary stones.

Polyporous Combination, KF185猪苓湯 (Cho*rei To / Zhu Ling Tang)Indications: “Loneliness Disease”, (淋 瀝 Rinreki), the urinary disturbance which impairs fast urination, painful urination, feeling of residual urine in bladder, scanty urination, thirst.Applications: Cystitis, urethritis, gonorrhea, urinary stones, pylonephritis (infection spreads from bladder to kidney), nephritis, insomnia.

13. Lower Abdomen Spastic KnotSho Fuku Kyu Ketsu 少 腹 急 結

Persica & Rhubarb Combination, KF186 (See Abdomen #12 above)桃核承気湯 (Tokaku Joki To / Tao He Cheng Qi Tang)Cinnamon & Hoelen Combination, KF78 (See Abdomen #12 above)桂枝茯苓湯 (Keishi Bukuryo To / Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang)

Minor Rhubarb Combination, KF139小承気湯 (Sho Joki To / Xiao Cheng Qi Tang)Indications: Lower abdominal fullness is the key here with constipation (or possible “hot” diarrhea), Nobose, heat sensations and possible fever, thirst, dry mouth, difficult urination, rapid and forceful pulse. In febrile diseases, this formula belongs to the Yang Ming Stage. It is a purgative but also “rectifies” the Qi of the intestines.Applications: Acute febrile diseases, habitual constipation, hypertension, obesity, food poisoning, epilepsy, emotional disorders, food stagnation, tetanus, dysentery and dysuria.

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Index Pinyin Romaji Kanji Bensky Translation Hong Yen Hsu Translation"Formulas & Strategies" "Commonly Used Chinese

Herbal Formulas"

KF1 An Zhong San Anchu San 安中散 Calm the middle powder Cardamon and Fennel Comb.

KF209 Ba Wei Di Huang WanHachimi Gan (Hachimi Jio Gan, Jinki Gan)

八味丸(八味地黄丸、腎気丸) Eight-Ingredient Pill with rehmannia Rehmannia Eight Combination

KF215 Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma TangHange Byakujutsu Tenma To 半夏白朮天麻湯

Pinellia, Atractylodes Macrocephala and gastrodia Decoction Pinellia and Gastrodia Combination

KF213 Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang Hange Koboku To 半夏厚朴湯 Pinellia and Magnolia Bark Decoction Pinellia and Magnolia Combination

KF214 Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang Hange Shashin To 半夏瀉心湯 Pinellia Decoction to Drain the Epigastrium Pinellia Combination

KF235 Bu Zhong Yi Qi tang Ho*chu Ekki To 補中益気湯Tonify the Middle and Augment the Qi Decoction Ginseng and Astragalus Combination

KF99 Chai Hu Gui Zhi Gan Jiang TangSaiko* Keishi Kankyo To 柴胡桂枝乾姜湯

Bupleurum, Cinnamon Twig and Ginger Decoction

Bupleurum, Cinnamon and Ginger Combination

KF98 Chai Hu Gui Zhi Tang Saiko* Keishi To 柴胡桂枝湯 Bupleurum and Cinnamon Twig Decoction Bupleurum and Cinnamon Combination

KF95 Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li TangSaiko* Ka Ryukotsu Borei To

柴胡加竜骨牡蠣湯

Bupleurum plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction Bupleurum and Dragon Bone Combination

KF171 Da Chai Hu Tang Dai Saiko* To 大柴胡湯 Major Bupleurum Decoction Major Bupleurum CombinationKF172 Da Cheng Qi Tang Dai Jyoki To 大承気湯 Major Order the Qi Decoction Major Rhubarb CombinationKF169 Da Huang Mu Dan Pi tang Daio Botanpi To 大黄牡丹皮湯 Rhubarb and Moutan Decoction Rhubarb and Moutan CombinationKF170 Da Jian Zhong tang Dai Kenchu To 大建中湯 Major Construct the Middle Decoction Major Zanthoxylum Combination

KF189 Dang Gui Jian Zhong Tang Toki Kenchu To 当帰建中湯Tang-Kuei Decoction to Construct the Middle

Tang-Kuei, Cinnamon and Peony Combination

KF192 Dang Gui Shao Yao San Toki Shakuyaku San 当帰芍薬湯 Tang-Kuei and Peony Powder Tang-Kuei and Peony Formula

KF191Dang Gui Si Ni Jia Wu Zhu Yu Sheng Jiang Tang

Toki Shigyaku Ka Goshuyu Shokyo To

当帰四逆加呉茱萸生姜湯

Tang-Kuei Decoction for Fridgid Extremities plus Evodia and Fresh Ginger Tang-Kuei, Evodia and Ginger Combination

KF44 Gan Cao Fu Zi Tang Kanzo Bushi To 甘草附子湯 Licorice and Prepared Aconite Decoction Licorice and Aconite CombinationKF41 Gan Cao Tang Kanzo To 甘草湯 Licorice Decoction Licorice CombinationKF48 Gan Lu Yin Kanro In 甘露飲 Sweet Dew Decoction Sweet CombinationKF47 Gan Mai Da Zao Tang Kanbaku Taiso To 甘麦大棗湯 Licorice, Wheat and Jujube Decoction Licorice and Jujube CombinationKF36 Ge Gen Tang Kakkon To 葛根湯 Kudzu Decoction Pueraria CombinationKF183 Gou Teng San Choto San 釣藤散 Uncaria Decoction Gambir Formula

KF39 Gua Lou Zhi Shi Tang Karo Kijitsu To 瓜(括)呂枳実湯Trichosanthes Fruit and Immature Bitter Orange Decoction Trichosanthes and Chi Shi Combination

KF78 Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang Keishi Bukuryo To 桂枝茯苓湯 Cinnamon Twig and Poria Decoction Cinnamon and Hoelen Combination

KF66 Gui Zhi Jia Fu Zi Tang Keishi Ka Bushi To 桂枝加附子湯Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Prepared Aconite Cinnamon and Aconite Combinatio

KF68 Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li TangKeishi Ka Ryukotsu Borei To

桂枝加竜骨牡蠣湯

Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Cinnamon and Dragon Bone Combination

KF64 Gui Zhi Jia Shao Yao TangKeishi Ka Shakuyaku To 桂枝加芍薬湯 Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Peony Cinnamon and Peony Combination

KF60 Gui Zhi Tang Keishi To 桂枝湯 Cinnamon Twig Decoction Cinnamon CombinationKF23 Huang Lian E Jiao Tang Oren Akyo To 黄連阿膠湯 Coptis and Ass-Hide Gelatin Decoction Coptis and Gelatin CombinationKF24 Huang Lian Jie Du Tang Oren Gedoku To 黄連解毒湯 Coptis Decoction to Relieve Toxicity Coptis and Scute CombinationKF22 Huang Lian Tang Oren To 黄連湯 Coptis Decoction Coptis CombinationKF232 Huang Qi Fang Ji Tang Boi Ogi To 防已黄耆湯 Stephania and Astragalus Decoction Stephania and Astragalus Combination

KF17 Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang Ogi Kenchu To 黄耆建中湯Astragalus Decoction to Construct the Middle Astragalus Comb.

KF32 Jia Wei Gui Pi Tang Kami Kihi To 加味帰脾湯 Augmented Restore the Spleen Decoction Ginseng, Longan and Bupleurum CombinationKF33 Jia Wei Xiao Yao San Kami Shoyo San 加味逍遥散 Augmented Rambling Powder Bupleurum and Peony Combination

KF257Ling gan Jiang wei Xin Xia Ren Tang

Ryo Kan Kyo Mi Shin Ge Nin To

苓甘姜味辛夏仁湯

Poria, Licorice, Ginger, Schizandra, Asarum, Pinellia and Apricot Kernel Decoction Hoelen and Schizandra Combination

KF260 Ling Gui gan Cao tang Ryo Kei Kanso To 苓桂甘棗湯Poria, Cinnamon Twig, Licorice and jujube Decoction Hoelen, Licorice and Jujube Combination

KF259 Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang Ryo Kei Jutsu Kan To 苓桂朮甘湯Poria, Cinnamon Twig, Atractylodes Macrocephala and Licorice Decoction Atractylodes and Hoelen Combination

KF252 Liu Jun Zi Tang Rikkunshi To 六君子湯 Six Gentlemen Decoction Major-Six Herb CombinationKF207 Maimendong tang Bakumondo To 麦門冬湯 Ophiopogonis Decoction Ophiopogon Combination

KF203Ren Shen Tang (Li Zhong Tang - KF251)

Ninjin To (Richu To)

人参湯 (理中湯) Regulate the Middle Decoction Ginseng and Ginger Combination

KF103 San Huang Xie Xin Tang Sano Shashin To 三黄瀉心湯Three Yellows Drain the Epigastrium Decoction Coptis and Rhubarb Combination

San Wu Huang Qin Tang Sanmotsu Ogon To 三物黄芩湯 Scute Three Herb CombinationKF128 Shi Quan Da Bu Tang Ju*zen Taiho* To 十全大補湯 All Inclusive Great Tonifying Decoction Ginseng and Tang-Kuei Ten CombinationKF117 Si Jun Zi Tang Shikunshi To 四君子湯 Four Gentlemen Decoction Four Major Herb CombinationKF115 Si Ni Tang Shigyaku To 四逆湯 Fridgid Extremities Decoction Aconite, Ginger and Licorice CombinationKF118 Si Wu Tang Shimotsu To 四物湯 Four Substance Decoction Tang-Kuei Four CombinationKF186 Tao He Cheng Qi Tang Tokaku Joki To 桃核承気湯 Peach Pit Decoction to Order the Qi Persica and Rhubarb Combination

KF177 Tuo Li Xiao Du Yin Takuri Shodoku In 托裏消毒飲Strengthen the Interior and Eliminate Toxicity Decoction Gleditsia Combination

KF3 Wei Feng Tang Ifu To 胃風湯 Stomach Wind Decoction Atractylodes and Setaria Comb.

KF2 Wei Zheng Fang Isho Ho 痿証方Not in Bensky - Japanese formula (by Hukui Futei) Eucommia and Achyranthes Formula

KF9 Wen Jing Tang Unkei To 温経湯 Warm the Menses Decoction Dang Gui and Evodia Comb.KF11 Wen Qing Yin Unsei In 温清飲 Warming and Clearing Decoction Dang Gui and Gardenia Comb.KF91 Wu Ling San Go*rei San 五苓散 Five Ingredient Powder with Poria Hoelen Five FormulaKF93 Wu Zhu Yu Tang Go*shuyu To 呉茱萸湯 Evodia Decoction Evodia CombinationKF136 Xiao Chai Hu Tang Sho Saiko* To 小柴胡湯 Minor Bupleuerum Decoction Minor Bupleurum CombinationKF135 Xiao Jian Zhong Tang Sho Kenchu To 小建中湯 Minor Construct the Middle Decoction Minor Cinnamon and Peony CombinationKF140 Xiao Qing Long Tang Sho Seiryu To 小青竜湯 Minor Bluegreen Dragon Decoction Minor Blue Dragon CombinationKF56 Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Tang Kyu Ki Kyogai To 芎帰膠艾湯 ?? Tang-Kuei and gelatin CombinationKF15 Yan Nian Ban Xia Tang En-nen Hange To 延年半夏湯 Pinellia Decoction to Prolong Life Evodia and Pinellia Comb.KF247 Yi gan San Yokukan San 抑肝散 Restrain the Liver Powder Bupleurum Formula

KF25 Yi Zi Tang Otsuji To 乙字湯Not in Bensky - Japanese formula (by Hara Nanyou) Cimicifuga Combination

KF5 Yin Chen Hao Tang Inchinko To 茵蔯蒿湯 Atemisia Yinchenhao Decoction Capillaris Comb.

KF6 Yin Chen Wu Ling San Inchin Gorei San 茵蔯五苓散Atemisia Yinchenhao and Five Ingredient Powder Capillaris and Hoelen Comb.

KF13 Yue Bi Jia Zhu Tang Eppi Ka Jutsu To 越婢加朮湯Maidservant from Yue Decoction plus Atractylodes Atractylodes Comb.

KF147 Zhen Wu tang Shinbu To 真武湯 True Warrior Decoction Vitality CombinationKF122 Zhi Gan Cao Tang Shakanzo To 炙甘草湯 Honey-Fried Licorice Decoction Baked Licorice CombinationKF185 Zhu Ling Tang Cho*rei To 猪苓湯 Polyporus Decoction Polyporus CombinationKF178 Zhu Ru Wen Dan Tang Chikujo Untan To 竹筎温胆湯 Bamboo and Ginseng CombinationKF179 Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang Chikuyo Sekko To 竹葉石膏湯 Lophatherus and Gypsum Decoction Bamboo Leaves and Gypsum Combination

Zi Yin Jiang Huo Tang Phellodendron CombinationKF111 Zi Yun Gao Shiun Ko 紫雲膏 Purple Cloud Ointment Lithospermum Ointment

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Index Hong Yen Hsu Translation Romaji Kanji Pinyin Bensky Translation"Commonly Used Chinese "Formulas & Strategies"Herbal Formulas"

KF115 Aconite, Ginger and Licorice Combination Shigyaku To 四逆湯 Si Ni Tang Fridgid Extremities Decoction

KF17 Astragalus Comb. Ogi Kenchu To 黄耆建中湯 Huang Qi Jian Zhong TangAstragalus Decoction to Construct the Middle

KF259 Atractylodes and Hoelen Combination Ryo Kei Jutsu Kan To 苓桂朮甘湯 Ling Gui Zhu Gan TangPoria, Cinnamon Twig, Atractylodes Macrocephala and Licorice Decoction

KF3 Atractylodes and Setaria Comb. Ifu To 胃風湯 Wei Feng Tang Stomach Wind Decoction

KF13 Atractylodes Comb. Eppi Ka Jutsu To 越婢加朮湯 Yue Bi Jia Zhu TangMaidservant from Yue Decoction plus Atractylodes

KF122 Baked Licorice Combination Shakanzo To 炙甘草湯 Zhi Gan Cao Tang Honey-Fried Licorice DecoctionKF178 Bamboo and Ginseng Combination Chikujo Untan To 竹筎温胆湯 Zhu Ru Wen Dan TangKF179 Bamboo Leaves and Gypsum Combination Chikuyo Sekko To 竹葉石膏湯 Zhu Ye Shi Gao Tang Lophatherus and Gypsum DecoctionKF98 Bupleurum and Cinnamon Combination Saiko* Keishi To 柴胡桂枝湯 Chai Hu Gui Zhi Tang Bupleurum and Cinnamon Twig Decoction

KF95 Bupleurum and Dragon Bone CombinationSaiko* Ka Ryukotsu Borei To

柴胡加竜骨牡蠣湯 Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

Bupleurum plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction

KF33 Bupleurum and Peony Combination Kami Shoyo San 加味逍遥散 Jia Wei Xiao Yao San Augmented Rambling PowderKF247 Bupleurum Formula Yokukan San 抑肝散 Yi gan San Restrain the Liver Powder

KF99Bupleurum, Cinnamon and Ginger Combination

Saiko* Keishi Kankyo To 柴胡桂枝乾姜湯 Chai Hu Gui Zhi Gan Jiang Tang

Bupleurum, Cinnamon Twig and Ginger Decoction

KF6 Capillaris and Hoelen Comb. Inchin Gorei San 茵蔯五苓散 Yin Chen Wu Ling SanAtemisia Yinchenhao and Five Ingredient Powder

KF5 Capillaris Comb. Inchinko To 茵蔯蒿湯 Yin Chen Hao Tang Atemisia Yinchenhao Decoction KF1 Cardamon and Fennel Comb. Anchu San 安中散 An Zhong San Calm the middle powder

KF25 Cimicifuga Combination Otsuji To 乙字湯 Yi Zi TangNot in Bensky - Japanese formula (by Hara Nanyou)

KF66 Cinnamon and Aconite Combinatio Keishi Ka Bushi To 桂枝加附子湯 Gui Zhi Jia Fu Zi TangCinnamon Twig Decoction plus Prepared Aconite

KF68 Cinnamon and Dragon Bone CombinationKeishi Ka Ryukotsu Borei To

桂枝加竜骨牡蠣湯 Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell

KF78 Cinnamon and Hoelen Combination Keishi Bukuryo To 桂枝茯苓湯 Gui Zhi Fu Ling Tang Cinnamon Twig and Poria Decoction

KF64 Cinnamon and Peony CombinationKeishi Ka Shakuyaku To 桂枝加芍薬湯 Gui Zhi Jia Shao Yao Tang Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Peony

KF60 Cinnamon Combination Keishi To 桂枝湯 Gui Zhi Tang Cinnamon Twig DecoctionKF23 Coptis and Gelatin Combination Oren Akyo To 黄連阿膠湯 Huang Lian E Jiao Tang Coptis and Ass-Hide Gelatin Decoction

KF103 Coptis and Rhubarb Combination Sano Shashin To 三黄瀉心湯 San Huang Xie Xin TangThree Yellows Drain the Epigastrium Decoction

KF24 Coptis and Scute Combination Oren Gedoku To 黄連解毒湯 Huang Lian Jie Du Tang Coptis Decoction to Relieve ToxicityKF22 Coptis Combination Oren To 黄連湯 Huang Lian Tang Coptis DecoctionKF9 Dang Gui and Evodia Comb. Unkei To 温経湯 Wen Jing Tang Warm the Menses Decoction KF11 Dang Gui and Gardenia Comb. Unsei In 温清飲 Wen Qing Yin Warming and Clearing Decoction

KF2 Eucommia and Achyranthes Formula Isho Ho 痿証方 Wei Zheng Fang Not in Bensky - Japanese formula (by Hukui Futei)

KF15 Evodia and Pinellia Comb. En-nen Hange To 延年半夏湯 Yan Nian Ban Xia Tang Pinellia Decoction to Prolong Life KF93 Evodia Combination Go*shuyu To 呉茱萸湯 Wu Zhu Yu Tang Evodia DecoctionKF117 Four Major Herb Combination Shikunshi To 四君子湯 Si Jun Zi Tang Four Gentlemen DecoctionKF183 Gambir Formula Choto San 釣藤散 Gou Teng San Uncaria Decoction

KF235 Ginseng and Astragalus Combination Ho*chu Ekki To 補中益気湯 Bu Zhong Yi Qi tangTonify the Middle and Augment the Qi Decoction

KF203 Ginseng and Ginger CombinationNinjin To (Richu To)

人参湯 (理中湯)

Ren Shen Tang (Li Zhong Tang - KF251) Regulate the Middle Decoction

KF128 Ginseng and Tang-Kuei Ten Combination Ju*zen Taiho* To 十全大補湯 Shi Quan Da Bu Tang All Inclusive Great Tonifying Decoction

KF32 Ginseng, Longan and Bupleurum Combination Kami Kihi To 加味帰脾湯 Jia Wei Gui Pi Tang Augmented Restore the Spleen Decoction

KF177 Gleditsia Combination Takuri Shodoku In 托裏消毒飲 Tuo Li Xiao Du YinStrengthen the Interior and Eliminate Toxicity Decoction

KF257 Hoelen and Schizandra CombinationRyo Kan Kyo Mi Shin Ge Nin To

苓甘姜味辛夏仁湯

Ling gan Jiang wei Xin Xia Ren Tang

Poria, Licorice, Ginger, Schizandra, Asarum, Pinellia and Apricot Kernel Decoction

KF91 Hoelen Five Formula Go*rei San 五苓散 Wu Ling San Five Ingredient Powder with Poria

KF260 Hoelen, Licorice and Jujube Combination Ryo Kei Kanso To 苓桂甘棗湯 Ling Gui gan Cao tangPoria, Cinnamon Twig, Licorice and jujube Decoction

KF44 Licorice and Aconite Combination Kanzo Bushi To 甘草附子湯 Gan Cao Fu Zi Tang Licorice and Prepared Aconite DecoctionKF47 Licorice and Jujube Combination Kanbaku Taiso To 甘麦大棗湯 Gan Mai Da Zao Tang Licorice, Wheat and Jujube DecoctionKF41 Licorice Combination Kanzo To 甘草湯 Gan Cao Tang Licorice DecoctionKF111 Lithospermum Ointment Shiun Ko 紫雲膏 Zi Yun Gao Purple Cloud OintmentKF171 Major Bupleurum Combination Dai Saiko* To 大柴胡湯 Da Chai Hu Tang Major Bupleurum DecoctionKF172 Major Rhubarb Combination Dai Jyoki To 大承気湯 Da Cheng Qi Tang Major Order the Qi DecoctionKF170 Major Zanthoxylum Combination Dai Kenchu To 大建中湯 Da Jian Zhong tang Major Construct the Middle DecoctionKF252 Major-Six Herb Combination Rikkunshi To 六君子湯 Liu Jun Zi Tang Six Gentlemen DecoctionKF140 Minor Blue Dragon Combination Sho Seiryu To 小青竜湯 Xiao Qing Long Tang Minor Bluegreen Dragon DecoctionKF136 Minor Bupleurum Combination Sho Saiko* To 小柴胡湯 Xiao Chai Hu Tang Minor Bupleuerum DecoctionKF135 Minor Cinnamon and Peony Combination Sho Kenchu To 小建中湯 Xiao Jian Zhong Tang Minor Construct the Middle DecoctionKF207 Ophiopogon Combination Bakumondo To 麦門冬湯 Maimendong tang Ophiopogonis DecoctionKF186 Persica and Rhubarb Combination Tokaku Joki To 桃核承気湯 Tao He Cheng Qi Tang Peach Pit Decoction to Order the Qi

Phellodendron Combination Zi Yin Jiang Huo Tang

KF215 Pinellia and Gastrodia CombinationHange Byakujutsu Tenma To 半夏白朮天麻湯 Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang

Pinellia, Atractylodes Macrocephala and gastrodia Decoction

KF213 Pinellia and Magnolia Combination Hange Koboku To 半夏厚朴湯 Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang Pinellia and Magnolia Bark Decoction

KF214 Pinellia Combination Hange Shashin To 半夏瀉心湯 Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang Pinellia Decoction to Drain the EpigastriumKF185 Polyporus Combination Cho*rei To 猪苓湯 Zhu Ling Tang Polyporus DecoctionKF36 Pueraria Combination Kakkon To 葛根湯 Ge Gen Tang Kudzu Decoction

KF209 Rehmannia Eight CombinationHachimi Gan (Hachimi Jio Gan, Jinki Gan)

八味丸(八味地黄丸、腎気丸) Ba Wei Di Huang Wan Eight-Ingredient Pill with rehmannia

KF169 Rhubarb and Moutan Combination Daio Botanpi To 大黄牡丹皮湯 Da Huang Mu Dan Pi tang Rhubarb and Moutan DecoctionScute Three Herb Combination Sanmotsu Ogon To 三物黄芩湯 San Wu Huang Qin Tang

KF232 Stephania and Astragalus Combination Boi Ogi To 防已黄耆湯 Huang Qi Fang Ji Tang Stephania and Astragalus DecoctionKF48 Sweet Combination Kanro In 甘露飲 Gan Lu Yin Sweet Dew DecoctionKF56 Tang-Kuei and gelatin Combination Kyu Ki Kyogai To 芎帰膠艾湯 Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Tang ??KF192 Tang-Kuei and Peony Formula Toki Shakuyaku San 当帰芍薬湯 Dang Gui Shao Yao San Tang-Kuei and Peony PowderKF118 Tang-Kuei Four Combination Shimotsu To 四物湯 Si Wu Tang Four Substance Decoction

KF189Tang-Kuei, Cinnamon and Peony Combination Toki Kenchu To 当帰建中湯 Dang Gui Jian Zhong Tang

Tang-Kuei Decoction to Construct the Middle

KF191 Tang-Kuei, Evodia and Ginger CombinationToki Shigyaku Ka Goshuyu Shokyo To

当帰四逆加呉茱萸生姜湯

Dang Gui Si Ni Jia Wu Zhu Yu Sheng Jiang Tang

Tang-Kuei Decoction for Fridgid Extremities plus Evodia and Fresh Ginger

KF39 Trichosanthes and Chi Shi Combination Karo Kijitsu To 瓜(括)呂枳実湯 Gua Lou Zhi Shi TangTrichosanthes Fruit and Immature Bitter Orange Decoction

KF147 Vitality Combination Shinbu To 真武湯 Zhen Wu tang True Warrior Decoction