Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Xie Huang Ai Tang Yi Hao - 蟹黄癌 湯 一号 - Ovarian Cancer #1 (Topical)

English: Ovarian Cancer #1
Also Known As:

Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Rx. et Rz. Rhei Da Huang 6g Cools the Blood, Dispels Blood Stasis, Drains Heat, Inhibits the growth of cancer cells, Invigorates the Blood, Reduces Fire toxicity.
Cx. Phellodendri Huang Bai 3g Drains Damp-Heat especially from the Lower Jiao, Drains Fire, Inhibits the growth of cancer cells, Relieves Fire toxicity.
Cacumen Platycladi Ce Bai Ye 6g Clears Damp-Heat, Cools and invigorates the Blood, Generates flesh topically, Promotes healing, Stops bleeding.
Hb. Lycopi Ze Lan 3g Dispels Blood Stasis, Disperses swellings, Inhibits the growth of cancer cells, Invigorates the Blood, Promotes urination, Regulates menstruation.
Hb. Menthae Haplocalycis Bo He 1.5g Disperses Wind-Heat, relieves Stagnation of Liver Qi and expels turbid filth.

Formula Actions

  • Invigorates the Blood
  • Dispels Blood Stasis
  • Drains Heat
  • Cools the Blood
  • Drains Damp-Heat especially from the Lower Jiao
  • Reduces Fire toxicity
  • Inhibits the growth of cancer cells

Syndromes

  • Ovarian cancer

Clinical Manifestations

  • Abdominal bloating or swelling
  • Quickly feeling full when eating
  • Weight loss
  • Fatigue.
  • Indigestion.
  • Back pain
  • Discomfort in the pelvis area
  • A frequent need to urinate
  • Constipation
  • Menstrual cycle changes
  • Pain with intercourse

Treats

  • Ovarian cancer

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

  • Grind the ingredients into a powder, decoct into a paste, mix with wine and apply to the lower abdomen prior to going to bed each night. Remove in the morning.

Modifications

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.