Formulas that Harmonise (和解剂)

Harmonising formulas resolve disharmony between organ pairs or between half-Exterior-half-Interior locations. The classical use is for Shao Yang disease, but the category extends to Liver-Spleen disharmony and Intestinal disharmony.

Sub-categories

1. Harmonise Shao Yang — Xiao Chai Hu Tang, Da Chai Hu Tang
2. Harmonise Liver and Spleen — Xiao Yao San, Tong Xie Yao Fang
3. Harmonise Intestines — Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang

Representative formulas in this category

1. Xiao Chai Hu Tang — Shao Yang disorder
2. Xiao Yao San — Liver Qi stagnation with Spleen deficiency
3. Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang — Intestinal disharmony with epigastric fullness
4. Tong Xie Yao Fang — Liver overacting on Spleen with diarrhoea
5. Da Chai Hu Tang — Shao Yang with Yang Ming excess

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When this category is used

Formulas that Harmonise are typically prescribed for: IBS, stress-related digestive complaints, premenstrual tension, alternating chills and fever, gallbladder symptoms. 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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