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Er Xian Tang

二仙汤 (Er Xian Tang)

Source: Contemporary formula (Contemporary, 1950)

Menopausal syndromeHot flushes and night sweats with cold lower backHypertension from Kidney deficiencyIrregular menstruationUrogenital atrophyOsteoporosis prevention

Description

Er Xian Tang (Two Immortals Decoction) is a modern TCM formula developed in the 1950s at Shuguang Hospital in Shanghai, specifically for menopausal syndrome. It addresses the complex pathology of menopause — simultaneous Kidney Yin and Yang deficiency with Liver fire — by warming Kidney Yang, nourishing Kidney Yin, and clearing deficiency fire while regulating the Chong and Ren channels.

Preparation

Decoct in water 30 minutes. Take warm in 2 doses/day.

Dosage

Decoction: 1 dose/day. Can be used long-term through menopausal transition.