Si-Mo-Tang

Chinese Herbal Formulas That Directs Rebel Qi Downwards

Si Mo Tang  -  Four Milled Herb Decoction

Main Actions for Si Mo Tang

The functions of this Chinese medicine formula are to promote Qi circulation, direct rebellious Qi downwards while expanding the chest and eliminating clumping.  This TCM herbal formula is best suited in conditions of Liver Qi stagnation due to emotional upsets.  The liver Qi stagnation will rebel upwards causing irritability and stifling sensation in the chest.  The constrained liver Qi may also attack the lungs or spleen giving rise to other symptoms.

Indications and Symptoms for Si Mo Tang

irritability, chest discomfort, stifling sensation in the diaphragm, labored breathing, wheezing, epigastric focal distention, fullness in the abdomen, poor appetite

Tongue – normal or slight purple

Pulse – wiry

Medicinal Ingredients of Si Mo Tang

Ren Shen   (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 3g.

-tonify Qi

Bing lang   (Semen Arecae Catechu, Betel Nut, Areca Seeds) - 9g.

-promote Qi circulation, eliminate irritability

Chen Xiang   (Lignum Aquilariae, Aloeswood, Aquilaria) - 3g.

-directs Qi downwards, promotes smooth flow of Qi, stops wheezing

Wu Yao   (Radix Linderae Strychnifoliae, Lindera Root) - 9g.

-promotes liver Qi circulation

Preparation Instructions of Si Mo Tang

When preparing this Chinese medicine formula all the ingredients should be ground into a fine powder to release their full fragrant properties.  A Draft should be made using water in a bowl and brought to a boil three to five times.  The formula is generally taken warm.

Additional Points on Si Mo Tang

This traditional chinese medicine herbal formula is designed specifically to treat acute conditions and should not be taken long term for chronic conditions.