Natural Chinese Herbal Formulas That Scour Phlegm and Open the Orifices

Tong Guan San

Open the Gate Powder

Main Action of Tong Guan San
The functions of this chinese medicine formula is to regain consciousness by opening the orifices and unblocking the gate (jaw). This TCM Herbal formula is best suited for conditions of comatose collapse (hun jue) where it is of the excess type (closed) type. There is usually a sudden attack of turbid Qi, usually from exposure to extreme foul smells. This causes Qi to become rebellious and disordered. The spirit becomes disturbed resulting in Qi stagnation with rebellious Qi flowing upwards bringing with it turbid phlegm. The turbid phlegm obstructs the sensory orifices causing the loss of consciousness, clenched jaws and difficulty in breathing.

Indications and Symptoms for Tong Guan San
loss of consciousness, clenched jaw, difficulty in breathing, foaming at the mouth, pale complexion Tongue - Pulse -

Herbal Ingredients of Tong Guan San

Zao Jiao (Fructus Gleditsiae Sinensis)

-clears phlegm, open orifices, revives spirit and consciousness, opens jaw

Xi Xin (Herba cum Radice Asari, Chinese Wild Ginger, Asarum)

-unblocks channels, unvlocks nose, open jaw and open orifices

Cooking Preparation of Tong Guan San
When preparing this natural chinese medicine formula equal amounts of each ingredient should be ground into a powder. Since the patient is in a coma the powder should be administered by blowing it up ones nose. Only a small amount of powder should be used to avoid the inhalation of the Herbal powder into the lungs. Tong Guan San is also available in prepared form.

Additional Information on Tong Guan San
This chinese medicine is for a severe life threatening disorder where treatment should be given as soon as possible. Once consciousness is restored another more suitable formula should be prescribed.