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Mian Tong Fang Si Hao面痛方四号

Facial Pain Formula #4

Medicinals
12

Composition

  • Huang QiRx. Astragali15 g

    Tonifies Qi and Blood, strengthens the Spleen, raises the Yang Qi of the Spleen and Stomach, tonifies Wei Qi, stabilizes the Exterior, tonifies the Lungs, aids the circulation of moisture downward from the face and relieves numbness and pain.

    for Qi and Blood Deficiency with numbness, painful obstruction and paresthesia.
  • Ji Xue TengCaulis Spatholobi15 g

    Invigorates and tonifies the Blood, activates the channels and relaxes the sinews.

  • Chuan XiongRz. Chuanxiong9 g

    Invigorates the Blood, promotes the movement of *Qi, expels Wind and alleviates pain.*

    for Wind-Damp Invasion blocking the Blood vessels causing pain, numbness and paralysis.
  • Chi ShaoRx. Paeoniae Rubra9 g

    Invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood Stasis and relieves pain.

  • Dang GuiRx. Angelicae Sinensis9 g

    Tonifies, invigorates and harmonizes the Blood, reduces swelling and alleviates pain.

    harmonizes, nourishes and invigorates the Blood and disperses Blood Stasis.
  • Dan ShenRx. Salviae Miltiorrhizae9 g

    Invigorates the Blood and dispels Blood Stasis.

  • Chuan Niu XiRx. Cyathulae9 g

    Invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood Stasis, expels Wind, drains Dampness, tonifies the Kidneys and Liver and strengthens the tendons and bones.

  • Tian MaRz. Gastrodiae6 g

    Extinguishes Wind, calms the Liver, stops spasms and tremors and alleviates pain.

    for overwhelming attacks of Wind leading to migraines and dizziness so severe that the person feels as if they are about to fall over.
  • Hong HuaFlos Carthami6 g

    Invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood Stasis, opens the channels and alleviates pain.

  • Jiang HuangRz. Curcumae Longae6 g

    Invigorates the Blood, eliminates Blood Stasis, promotes the movement of Qi, opens the channels and collaterals to alleviate pain, expels Wind, invigorates the Blood and reduces swelling.

  • Fu LingPoria6 g

    Promotes urination, leaches out Dampness and strengthens the Spleen.

  • Zhi Gan CaoRx. Glycyrrhizae Preparata3 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi, moderates and harmonizes the harsh properties of other herbs and guides the herbs to all twelve channels*.

Actions

  • Strengthens Qi
  • Activates blood circulation
  • Dispels Stasis
  • Opens the channels
  • Relieves pain

Patterns treated

Qi Deficiency accompanied by Blood Stagnation

Manifestations

  • Long-standing pain
  • Episodes that persist over time
  • Intense, stabbing pain that stays in one place
  • Pain that intensifies at night
  • Spasms may occur
  • A dull, pale facial complexion
  • Flaky skin
  • Dislike of Wind
  • Sweating without exertion
  • Labored, shallow breathing
  • A reluctance to speak
  • Tiredness
  • A lack of energy
Tongue body
Pallor, possibly showing maculae or stasis spots
Coating
A thin white coating
Pulse
Deep, rough and feeble

Indications

  • Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
  • Pain in the face

Modifications