This formula comes from the famous Song dynasty Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping [Era] (Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang) published between 1087 and 1085. Our version is a 10:1 powdered extract in 500mg gelatin capsules.

Functions
Clears heat and eliminates dampness, disinhibits urination and frees the flow of strangury

Indications
Urinary bladder damp heat manifesting as acute urinary tract infection (UTI), acute urethritis, acute cystitis, acute prostatitis, urolithiasis, acute nephritis, and acute pyelonephritis

Signs & symptoms of urinary bladder damp heat include:
Hot, painful, frequent, difficult, possibly reddish or dark-colored urination
Lower abdominal pain and distention
Dry mouth and throat
A red tongue with yellow fur
A rapid, forceful, slippery pulse

Formula explanation
Within this formula, Hua Shi, Che Qian Zi, Qu Mai, Bian Xu, and Deng Xin Cao all clear heat and disinhibit urination. Zhi Zi clears heat and eliminates dampness, while processed Da Huang drains replete heat. Gan Cao harmonizes all the other ingredients in the formula

Dosage
Three capsules two times per day equal not less that 30 grams of bulk medicinals. However, because our extraction process is much more efficient than stovetop decoction, we believe this amount of our extract is actually more like the equivalent of 45-60 grams of bulk-dispensed herbs.