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Kudzu, Coptis and Scutellaria Decoction

Chinese Prescription: Ge Gen Huang Lian Huang Qin Tang

English Translation: Kudzu, Coptis and Scutellaria Decoction

Formula Type: Release Exterior-Interior Excess

Actions: Releases the exterior & dranis heat.

Indications: Fever, sweating, thirst, dysenteric diarrhea characterized by especially foul-smelling stools & a burning sensation around the anus, a sensation of irritability & heat in the chest & epigastrium, possible wheezing, a red tongue with yellow coating, & a rapid pulse. In this pattern, the exterior has not been completely released, but the interior is already ablaze with heat.

Contraindications: Contraindicated for dysenteric disorders without fevers & a submerged, slow pulse.

PinyinEnglishSuggested Dosage
view: Ge Gen
Pueraria / Kudzu Root 15-24g
view: Huang Qin
Scutellaria Baicalensis 9g
view: Huang Lian
Coptis / Goldthread 6g
view: Zhi Gan Cao
Honey-fried Licorice Root 6g