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2026-03-04 19:41:08

Overview and content structure of Sangjuyin

Sangju Yin is a classic prescription recorded by Wu Jutong, a physician in the Qing Dynasty, in "Tiao Bian of Febrile Diseases". It is mainly used for the onset of wind-heat colds or superficial syndromes of febrile diseases. It has the effects of dispelling wind, clearing away heat, clearing the lungs and relieving cough. This article focuses on SangjuyinComposition, efficacy, applicable symptoms, modern applications and precautionsExpand with clear priorities: first introduce its basic ingredients and theoretical basis of traditional Chinese medicine, secondly analyze clinical application scenarios, and finally emphasize usage contraindications and scientific verification data. The core content is presented in encyclopedia form to ensure that the information is objective and accurate.

The composition of Sangju Yin and the theory of traditional Chinese medicine

Sangju drink

Sangju drink byMulberry leaves, chrysanthemums, almonds, forsythia, mint, platycodon, reed root, licoriceIt is composed of eight medicinal herbs, with mulberry leaves and chrysanthemums as the king herbs, which dispel wind and clear away heat; almonds and platycodon are used to soothe the lungs and relieve coughs, and mint helps relieve external evils. The whole prescription follows the principle of "lightly clearing and clearing", targeting symptoms such as cough, fever, sore throat and other symptoms caused by wind-heat invading the lungs. Its formula is characterized by mild medicinal properties and is suitable for people with mild external symptoms. Compared with Yinqiao Powder, it focuses more on cough-relieving effects.

Clinical application and adaptive symptoms

Sangju drink is commonly usedEarly stage of wind-heat cold, symptoms include mild fever, cough with yellow phlegm, dry mouth and itchy throat, etc. Modern research shows that its active ingredients have anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects and can be used as an auxiliary treatment for upper respiratory tract infections, acute bronchitis and other diseases. Clinical data shows that the effective rate for mild to moderate wind-heat syndrome can reach more than 80% (see table below). However, it should be noted that it should not be used by patients with colds or high fever.

research indicatorsData results
Effective for wind-heat and cold82.5% (sample size 120 cases)
Symptom relief timeAn average reduction of 1.5 days

Modern Research and Notes

Modern preparations of Sangju Yin include granules, tablets, etc., but they need to be used under the guidance of a physician. Pharmacological experiments have confirmed that it can inhibit influenza virus replication, butPregnant women and those with spleen and stomach deficiency should use with caution. When combining western medicine, there should be an interval of 2 hours to avoid interaction. In addition, it is not advisable to take it for a long time and stop taking it once the symptoms are relieved.

Summary and scientific guidance

As a traditional prescription, Sangju Yin has clear value in the treatment of mild wind-heat syndrome, but it needs to be used based on syndrome differentiation. The scientific nature of its formula is mutually confirmed by modern research, but it cannot replace the standard treatment of serious infections. It is recommended that patients follow the principle of "symptom adaptation and short-term use" and avoid blind self-administration. The application of traditional Chinese medicine needs to be combined with individual constitution and its scope of efficacy should be viewed scientifically and rationally.

Citing sources

1. "Discrimination of Febrile Diseases" by Wu Jutong, Qing Dynasty
2. "Chinese Pharmacopoeia" 2020 Edition (Sangju Drink Recipe)
3. Clinical data are quoted from "Traditional Chinese Medicine Herald" Volume 24, 2018

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