Zhu-Ling-Tang

Chinese Herbal Formulas Which Promotes Urination and Leaches Out Dampness

Zhu Ling Tang  -  Polyporus Decoction

Main Actions for Zhu Ling Tang

This TCM herbal formulas functions are to promote urination to clear heat while nourishing the yin. The formula is best suited in conditions where cold has damaged the Yang Ming and Shao Yin meridians creating stagnation of water and creation of heat.

Indications and Symptoms for Zhu Ling Tang

urinary difficulty, fever, thirst, diarrhea, cough, nausea, irritability, insomnia

Medicinal Ingredients of Zhu Ling Tang

Zhu Ling (Sclerotium Polypori Umbellati, Polyporus Sclerotium) - 3g.

-promote water transportation, promotes urination

Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China Root, Poria, Hoelen) - 3g.

-tonify spleen Qi, promotes urination, harmonizes the stomach

Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalitis, Water Plantain Rhizome, Alisma) - 3g.

-regulates water transportation, promotes urination

Hua Shi (Talcum, Talcum) - 3g.

-clears heat, promotes urination

E Jiao (Gelatinum Corii Asini, Ass-hide Glue, Gelatin) - 3g.

-tonify yin, prevents excessive urination

Preparation Instructions of Zhu Ling Tang

This natural medicine formula is prepared by first decocting all the ingredients except E Jiao. Strain the 4 herbs out then dissolve E Jiao into the decoction.

Additional Points on Zhu Ling Tang

This tcm herbal formula has the ability to promote urination without injuring the yin fluids. The formula has been used to treat such disorders as upper urinary tract infections, lower urinary tract infections and hemorrhagic shock when the appropriate symptoms are present.