Scallion White Qiwei Drink: Analysis and Application of Traditional Prescriptions

Scallion White Qiwei Drink is one of the classic prescriptions of traditional Chinese medicine. It uses Scallion White as the main medicine and is combined with other six herbs. It is mainly used for mild symptoms of exogenous wind and cold. This article will focus on itsComposition, efficacy, applicable symptoms and modern applicationsExpand, focus on analyzing its core function of relieving the surface and dispelling cold, and compare it with the cold treatment ideas of modern medicine to help readers understand its practical value.

Prescription composition and compatibility principles

Scallion white seven-flavor drinkScallions, black beans, kudzu root, ginger, Ophiopogon japonicus, raw rehmannia, Laoshui (Ganlan water)Composed of seven flavors. In the formula, scallion white and pungent warm and relieve the surface are the monarch medicine, tempeh and ginger help dissipate wind and cold; pueraria lobata promotes body fluid and relieves muscles and relieves stiffness in the neck and back; Ophiopogon japonicus and raw rehmannia nourish yin and prevent dryness, and labor water strengthens the spleen and stomach. Taking care of all aspectsRelieving the surface and protecting the Yin, suitable for people with colds and mild body fluid injuries, embodying the concept of traditional Chinese medicine of "removing evil without damaging good".

Efficacy and applicable scenarios

This prescription treatsSyndrome of exogenous wind-cold, such as aversion to cold and fever, headache without sweating, nasal congestion and runny nose, etc., it is especially suitable for those with weak constitution or yin deficiency. It can be used in the early stage of common cold or seasonal flu as an auxiliary treatment. It should be noted that it should not be used if you have wind-heat symptoms such as high fever and sore throat. Compared with Western medicine, its advantages areGentle conditioning, to reduce gastrointestinal irritation, but severe cases still need to be combined with modern medical treatment.

Modern applications and considerations

In modern clinical practice, Chongbai Qiwei drink is often used astea substituteUse it in the form of boiling scallions and ginger in water for drinking. Studies have shown that the volatile oils in its ingredients (such as allicin in scallions) have certain antibacterial and antiviral effects (see table below). However, strict syndrome differentiation is required to avoid confusion with wind-heat and cold. Pregnant women and those with allergies should use with caution. Avoid cold and greasy products during use.

Summary and inheritance value

Scallion White Qiwei Drink, as a representative of traditional Chinese medicine’s exterior relieving agent, shows"Light and evil"The medication wisdom is especially suitable for the prevention and treatment of colds in the sub-healthy state of modern people. Its compatibility ideas are of reference significance for the development of natural cold medicine with low side effects. When using it, it should be combined with physical syndrome differentiation, and consult a doctor when necessary to achieve the best effect.

Quote sources:

1. "Secrets of Waitai" by Wang Tao of the Tang Dynasty (recording the original prescription) 2. "Traditional Chinese Medicine Prescriptions" People's Medical Publishing House (Modern Efficacy Analysis) 3. "Experimental Research on the Antiviral Effect of Scallion White Volatile Oil" in 2020 of the Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine (data support)