Da Qing Long Tang 大青龙汤
Major Bluegreen Dragon Decoction

Tradition:

TCM

Source / Author:

Discussion of Cold Induced Disorders (Shang Han Lun) C.220

Herb Name Ma Huang (Ephedra) Gui Zhi (Cinnamon twig) Xing Ren (Apricot seed) Shi Gao (Gypsum) Zhi Gan Cao (Fried Licorice) Sheng Jiang (fresh Ginger) Da Zao (Jujube)

Latin Ephedra sinica Cinnamomum cassia Prunus armeniaca Calcium sulphate Glycyrrhiza uralensis  Zingiber officinale Ziziphus jujuba Amount 12 grams 4 grams 6 grams 12 grams 5 grams 9 grams 3 pieces

Preparation:

Prepare as a decoction.

Function:

Clears Exterior Wind-Cold, clears Interior Heat

Use:

Exterior Wind-Cold with Interior Heat; Chills and Fever, no sweating, body aches; thin tongue coating with superficial pulse
1. Common Cold or Influenza
2. Bronchitis, Asthma
3. Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
4. Arthritis
5. Urticaria
6. Acute Fever
7. Measles
8. Pneumonia
9. Meningitis
10. Acute Nephritis

Dose:

the above is taken over the course of a day

Cautions:

1. Not used for marked Weakness or Spontaneous Sweating
2. Avoid long-term use or large doses

Modifications:

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