Exterior Wind-Cold Pattern
风寒表证fēng hán biǎo zhèng · external (superficial)
Tongue
a thin white coating
Pulse
superficial, tense, or slow
Description
A cold wind attacks the body’s surface: chills, body aches, and a clear runny nose without thirst. The choice of formula depends on the presence of sweat (if there is sweat, use Gui-Zhi-Tang).
Symptoms
Chills are worse than fever stuffy nose, clear discharge aches, absence or presence of sweat lack of thirst
Treatment principle
free up space, disperse the cold
Recommended formulas
桂枝汤
麻黄汤
Points
Lieque
Hegu
Fengchi
Dazhui
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.