Formulas that Expel Dampness (祛湿剂)

Dampness is one of the commonest pathogenic factors in modern UK practice — reflecting damp climate, diet rich in dairy and refined carbohydrate, and sedentary lifestyle. Damp-resolving formulas are divided by where and how the Damp is expressed.

Sub-categories

1. Aromatically transform Damp — Ping Wei San, Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San
2. Drain Damp via urination — Wu Ling San, Zhu Ling Tang
3. Clear Damp-Heat — Yin Chen Hao Tang, Ba Zheng San, Si Miao San
4. Warm and transform Cold-Damp — Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
5. Expel Wind-Damp — Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang

Representative formulas in this category

1. Ping Wei San — Damp in the Middle Burner
2. Wu Ling San — Water-Damp retention
3. Si Miao San — Damp-Heat in the Lower Burner
4. Yin Chen Hao Tang — Damp-Heat jaundice
5. Ba Zheng San — Damp-Heat in the Bladder
6. Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang — Wind-Damp Bi with Liver-Kidney deficiency

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When this category is used

Formulas that Expel Dampness are typically prescribed for: oedema, urinary tract infections, gout, vaginal discharge, sticky bowel motions, rheumatic pain, damp skin conditions. The choice of specific formula within the category is determined by precise Eight Principles pattern differentiation in clinical consultation.

About prescribing

Chinese herbal formulas are dispensed by qualified practitioners following individual TCM diagnosis. The herbs I prescribe are pharmaceutical-grade granules from Sun Ten in Taiwan, tested to the highest international quality and safety standards. Online consultations are available throughout the UK and worldwide.

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