qintan ningshen decoction

Qintan Ningshen Decoction is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbal formula. The name suggests it is designed to "clear phlegm and calm the mind," as "Qin Tan" refers to clearing phlegm and "Ning Shen" means calming the spirit or mind. Such decoctions are typically used in TCM for conditions involving agitation, insomnia, restlessness, or mental disturbances believed to be caused by internal phlegm accumulation and disharmony of the heart or liver systems according to TCM theory. The specific composition of Qintan Ningshen Decoction is not detailed in available sources; however, similar formulas often include herbs that clear heat, resolve phlegm, nourish yin, and calm the spirit[1]. Mechanistically, these formulas are thought in TCM theory to act by harmonizing organ systems (especially heart/liver), reducing internal fire/excessive yang activity, resolving phlegm obstruction affecting mental clarity ("shen"), and nourishing yin.

Other names

qintan ningshen tang