Bamboo Sap Decoction for Clearing Heat，*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 11.，For liver excess heat, pathogenic heat suppressing yang qi, accompanied by shortness of breath, chest tightness, anxiety, and fear; blurred vision; and uncontrollable raving and palpitations with involuntary speech.
Bamboo Sap Decoction for Clearing Heat
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All references in this article to TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicines, teas, and decoctions are intended to promote TCM culture and are provided solely for educational and reference purposes.
Formulas Name : Bamboo Sap Decoction for Clearing Heat
Chinese Name : 竹沥泄热汤
Drug Formulation
1 sheng of bamboo sap, 3 fen of ephedra, 8 fen of gypsum, 4 fen of fresh ginger, 4 fen of peony root, 3 fen of isatis root, 3 fen of gardenia seeds, 3 fen of cimicifuga, 3 fen of poria, 3 fen of scrophularia, 3 fen of anemarrhena, and 8 fen of raw kudzu root.
Source
*Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 11.
Benefits
For liver excess heat, pathogenic heat suppressing yang qi, accompanied by shortness of breath, chest tightness, anxiety, and fear; blurred vision; and uncontrollable raving and palpitations with involuntary speech.
Instructions for Use
Boil with 9 sheng of water until reduced to 2.5 sheng; strain out the residue, add bamboo sap, and boil for 2–3 more boils; divide into 3 doses.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Qian Jin* (Thousand Gold), Volume 11., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 31, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026
Correct Content Errors: Errors may occur during the writing, editing, translation, and publication of website content. If you find any errors or inaccurate information in this article, please feel free to Contact Us to report them, and we will correct them promptly.
FDA Disclaimer: The descriptions of the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicines, herbal teas, decoctions, and formulas, as well as the content on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic theory and traditional TCM therapies contained on this site, are intended solely for the purpose of popularizing TCM culture and serving as an educational reference; they do not constitute medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Please do not attempt to use these products on your own without proper guidance. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing any physical discomfort, please consult a licensed healthcare professional and seek treatment at a reputable medical institution. This platform assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of herbs or formulas by any individual based on the information provided on this site. Please read Medical Disclaimer.
Bamboo Sap Decoction for Clearing Heat,For liver excess heat, pathogenic heat suppressing yang qi, accompanied by shortness of breath, chest tightness, anxiety, and fear; blurred vision; and uncontrollable raving and palpitations with involuntary speech.