Xiao Chai Hu Tang-Minor Bupleurum Decoction

Xiao Chai Hu Tang (小柴胡汤), or Minor Bupleurum Decoction, is a classical Traditional Chinese Medicine formula originating from the Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage). It specializes in harmonizing the Shaoyang stage, where pathogens are "half-exterior, half-interior," and is used to treat symptoms such as alternating chills and fever, irritability, and digestive discomfort.

This product does not make medical claims.

Key Benefits
Harmonizes Shaoyang (和解少阳) – Resolves alternating chills and fever characteristic of Shaoyang syndrome
Regulates Liver and Stomach (疏肝和胃) – Relieves rib-side pain, nausea, and bitter taste in the mouth
Raises Yang Qi (升发阳气) – Helps with fatigue and low immunity in chronic conditions
Calms Irritability (清热除烦) – Addresses mood swings, restlessness, and insomnia

Formula Composition
柴胡 (Chái Hú) – Disperses constrained Liver Qi, harmonizes Shaoyang
黄芩 (Huáng Qín) – Clears heat in the Liver and Gallbladder
人参 (Rén Shēn) / 党参 (Dǎng Shēn) – Tonifies Qi to prevent inward transmission of pathogens
半夏 (Bàn Xià) – Dries dampness, stops nausea and vomiting
生姜 (Shēng Jiāng) – Warms the stomach, assists Ban Xia in stopping vomiting
大枣 (Dà Zǎo) – Protects stomach Qi, nourishes Blood
甘草 (Gān Cǎo) – Harmonizes the formula

Clinical Applications
Early-stage infections (e.g., flu, recovery from COVID-19) with alternating chills and fever
Liver Qi stagnation affecting digestion (bloating, acid reflux)
Chronic inflammatory conditions (e.g., hepatitis, gastritis)
Stress-related disorders (migraines, PMS with irritability)

Safety Notes
Not suitable for pure exterior syndromes (wind-cold or wind-heat) or pure interior heat
Use with caution in Yin deficiency with empty heat (night sweats, dry throat)
Reduce dosage if drowsiness occurs (a sign of over-regulation)

Content: 60 pills