Traditional Chinese Herbal Remedy for Clearing Liver Fire & Draining Damp-Heat
 
Long Dan Xie Gan Wan is a well-known classical formula in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), specifically designed to clear excess Heat and Dampness from the Liver and Gallbladder channels. It addresses a wide range of symptoms that result from internal accumulation of Heat and Dampness, promoting internal balance and supporting overall health.
 
Key Functions:
Clears excess Liver and Gallbladder Fire
Drains Damp-Heat from the Liver and lower burner
Supports emotional balance by calming irritability linked to Liver Fire
Traditional Indications:
 
Long Dan Xie Gan Wan is traditionally used for conditions associated with excess Heat and Dampness in the Liver and Gallbladder meridians, including:
Headache, red and sore eyes
Bitter taste in the mouth, dry mouth
Hypochondriac pain (rib-side discomfort)
Irritability, restlessness, and mood swings due to Liver Fire
Damp-Heat symptoms in the lower burner:
Urinary discomfort (dark, scanty, painful urination)
Swelling or itching in the genital area
Main Ingredients:
Long Dan Cao (Gentiana Root): Clears Heat and dries Dampness, especially effective in the Liver and Gallbladder channels
Huang Qin (Scutellaria Root): Clears Heat, dries Dampness, calms the Liver
Zhi Zi (Gardenia Fruit): Clears Heat from all three burners, relieves irritability
Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root): Regulates Liver Qi, relieves hypochondriac discomfort
Mu Tong, Che Qian Zi, Ze Xie (Various Diuretics): Drain Damp-Heat via urination
Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis): Nourishes Blood, offsets drying herbs
Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia Root): Cools Blood, nourishes Yin
Gan Cao (Licorice Root): Harmonises the formula and protects digestion
 
Usage & Dosage:
To be taken orally with warm water. Please follow the dosage instructions provided on the packaging or as recommended by a qualified TCM practitioner.
 
Note: This formula is traditionally used for acute or excess conditions and should be taken under professional guidance, especially for prolonged use.
Safety & Precautions:
Not suitable during pregnancy or for individuals with weak Spleen and Stomach Qi
Avoid if suffering from Yin deficiency without signs of Damp-Heat
Consult a TCM practitioner if unsure about suitability
 
Long Dan Xie Gan Wan remains one of the most respected and effective TCM formulas for addressing excess Liver Fire and Damp-Heat, offering a natural and balanced approach to supporting Liver and Gallbladder health. If you have any queries please don't hesitate to get in touch.