Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
丹栀逍遥散 (Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San)
Source: Jing Yue Quan Shu (Complete Works of Jing-Yue) — Zhang Jiebin (Ming, 1624)
Liver Qi stagnation transforming to fireIrritability and angerPMS with heat signsEarly menstruationHeadache and red eyes from Liver fireAnxiety with heat
Description
Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San (Free and Easy Wanderer Powder with Moutan and Gardenia) is Xiao Yao San modified with Mu Dan Pi and Zhi Zi to address the heat that arises when Liver Qi stagnation transforms into fire. It is indicated when Xiao Yao San pattern is accompanied by heat signs: irritability, headache, dry mouth, irregular menstruation with early periods, and potential menorrhagia.
Preparation
Decoct in water 25 minutes. Take cool or at room temperature for heat signs.
Dosage
Decoction: 1 dose/day. Pills: 6–9g twice daily.