Qiang-Lan-Tang

Chinese Herbal Formulas That Release Exterior Wind Heat Disorders

Qiang Lan Tang  -  Notopterygium and Isatis Root Decoction

Main Actions for Qiang Lan Tang

The functions of this alternative medicine formula is to release the exterior, clear heat and relieve toxicity.  This TCM formula is best suited for conditions of externally contracted heat which mainly effects the head and neck.

Indications and Symptoms for Qiang Lan Tang

Fever, chills, headache, generalized soreness, sore and swollen throat, possible swollen glands.

Tongue –

Pulse –

Medicinal Ingredients of Qiang Lan Tang

Qiang Huo    (Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii, Notopterygium Root,) - 9-12g.

-warm pungent herb which expels wind and subdues pain

Ban Lan Gen   (Radix Isatidis seu Baphicacanthi, Woad Root, Isatis Root) - 15-30g.

-clears heat and alleviates toxicity

Preparation Instructions of Qiang Lan Tang

When preparing this natural herbal formula all the ingredients should be boiled in the amounts specified above.

Additional Points on Qiang Lan Tang

This chinese medicine formula is able to treat such conditions as upper respiratory tract infection, influenza, acute tonsillitis, acute pharyngitis and epidemic parotitis.