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GUANG CI TANG®
An All Natural Chinese Herbal Supplement
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What does it do?

The pattern of conditions Xiao Chai Hu Tang deals with is known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Shao Yang Syndrome or Lesser Yang Stage disorder. Traditionally, this means that an external evil has penetrated the body (such as Wind) but was not released properly or completely. The evil then sinks deeper into the body, becoming stuck in the level described as in-between the interior and exterior energetic systems. According to TCM, this "half-interior, half-exterior" level corresponds primarily with the GallBladder and Liver organs/meridians. Typical presentations of this pattern include a feeling of both chills and heat, a feeling of rib-sides fullness, a bitter taste in the mouth, reduced appetite, and short temper.

Xiao Chai Hu Tang consists of seven herbs. The chief Chinese herb, Chai Hu (Bupleurum) is an important herb for dealing irritability due to Liver Qi stagnation. Chai Hu is cooling and soothes the Liver with an ascending action that prevents the evil from penetrating further into the interior. Here, Chai Hu is combined with Huang Qin (Scutellaria) which aids in draining heat from the Liver and Gall Bladder system and vents evils. Together, these two herbs have a powerful calming effect.

Zhi Ban Xia (prepared Pinellia) and Sheng Jiang (Ginger) work together to harmonize the middle burner (Spleen/Stomach) by transforming phlegm, directing rebellious Qi downward, and improving appetite. Dang Shen (Codonopsis) is a powerful Qi and Blood tonic that assists in expelling evils by restoring the body's own constitutional strength. Da Zao (Jujube) and Gan Cao (Licorice) harmonize the bitter properties of some of the other medicinals in the formula and also mildly assist Chai Hu.

Together, these seven herbs have a remarkable synergistic effect that can be applied to a wide range of presentations.

Ingredients
A proprietary blend of Chinese herbs:
English Name Latin Pinyin
Bupleurum root Bupleurum chinense Chai Hu
Chinese skullcap root Scutellaria baicalensis Huang Qin
Pinellia cured rhizome Pinellia ternata Fa Ban Xia
Codonopsis root Codonopsis pilosula Dang Shen
Jujube fruit Ziziphus jujuba Da Zao
Chinese licorice root & rhizome Glycyrrhiza uralensis Gan Cao
Ginger fresh rhizome Zingiber officinale Sheng Jiang

Preparation
Uncoated tablet for fast absorption
Round pills that are easier to swallow

tablets are made with all natural herbs that are tested for authenticity, quality, and potency. A traditional water decoction is prepared with the herbs to reproduce the time-tested action of the formula, and this water decoction is concentrated with our proprietary technology to form a potent extract that is made into easily absorbed tablets, which are remarkably effective, easy to use, and safe. pills are made with all natural herbs that are tested for authenticity, quality, and potency. A traditional water decoction is prepared with the herbs to reproduce the time-tested action of the formula, and this water decoction is concentrated with our proprietary technology to form a potent extract that is made into classic pills, which are remarkably effective, easy to use, and safe.

The tablets are produced by Guang Ci Tang® in our state of the art cGMP-certified facility and imported in accordance with U.S. FDA guidelines. When you choose Guang Ci Tang® products, you are taking advantage of a wonderful fusion of science and tradition that incorporates the highest standards in the field of Chinese medicine today.

Please note that our tablets may appear neutral in finishing and a little brittle. You may observe a tiny bit of fine powder at the bottom of your bottle and occasionally one or a couple of broken tablets after transportation. This is because unlike other manufacturers, our tablets are not coated as part of our effort to minimize the use of excipients and to make them as pure as possible. These tablets can also be easily dissolved in hot water to serve as tea.

The pills are produced by Guang Ci Tang® in our state of the art cGMP-certified facility and imported in accordance with U.S. FDA guidelines. When you choose Guang Ci Tang® products, you are taking advantage of a wonderful fusion of science and tradition that incorporates the highest standards in the field of Chinese medicine today.

Preparation
Guang Ci Tang® Advantages

Pure

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Potent

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Proven

  • True 5:1 concentration
  • Double the strength of regular brands
  • Minimal fillers and binders
  • No pharmaceuticals or dyes
  • Comprehensive lab testing (e.g., heavy metals,etc.)
  • Made in a cGMP certified facility
  • Unbeatable value
  • American Brand
  • Safely used in the USA since 1995

Check for an independent US lab test report.

How do I use it?
Precaution
    Differentiation in Usage

    Youngain™ is closely related to You Gui Pian and YanVive™ in nourishing kidney Yang. Youngain™ is the strongest.

    Side Effects
    Warning
    Allergy
    Alternative names
    The formula may appear variously on the market as:

    Xiao Chai Hu Wan, Xiao Chai Hu Tang, Minor Bupleurum Decoction, Sho-Saiko-To

    Reviews
    Disclaimer: Product reviews solely reflect the views and opinions expressed by the contributors and not those of ActiveHerb and are provided for informational purposes only. ActiveHerb does not verify or endorse any claims made in these reviews. Please read the full product reviews disclaimer.
    Bupleuri Relaxe™ (Xiao Chai Hu Pian) is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 22.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 by from It really works. I bough this herbal medicine a month ago for myself in case I need it. two weeks ago, my daughter got the typical "shao yang" symptoms: felt bitterness in her mouth, felt dryness in her throat, felt wanting to vomit, and sometimes felt chill and sometimes felt hot. The night I gave her the Xiao Chai Hu pian, all the above symptoms diminished and she got a good sleep. She is a western medicine trained doctor. Originally, she did not believe the herbal medicine will help until it proved otherwise.
    Date published: 2014-02-09
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from This is my new Active Herb formula fav! I love Bupleuri Relaxe! It’s like a gentler form of Liver FireClear (long dan xie gan tang)and helps my liver qi stagnation and resulting liver/gallbladder heat and PMS tremendously! My significant other thanks you! As a result of clearing my liver, my digestion is more normal too! I should mention I take double doses of all Active Herb tablet formulas... I’m 6 feet tall and seem to need more to feel the effects. Thank you, Active Herb, for these wonderful products!
    Date published: 2020-08-02
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from Brought great relief to fullness around my sternum I suffer from allergies and liver problems, and I have no idea which was bothering me more when I started having hot flashes and such fullness around my sternum that I felt short of breath. My TCM doctor gave me a combination of two patent formulas, and Xiao Chai Hu Pian (Bupleuri Relaxe) was one of them. It really relaxed that tightness around my sternum and allowed me to breathe and relax. After a few days of taking it, the symptoms cleared.
    Date published: 2020-08-03
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from This product helps me My acupuncturist/herbalist recommended this for me. I don't know how to speak about this product in terms of Chinese medicine, but subjectively it calms my mood (reducing anger and bursts of irritation) and it helps with my appetite and digestion (less bloating and sluggishness).
    Date published: 2020-11-09
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from Calming and Relaxing I love this formula. Not only does it calm me down in times of stress, but it helps me sleep more soundly. If I wake up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts, this helps calm my mind and lets me fall back to sleep.
    Date published: 2023-08-06
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from High quality Really good product,it helps with my mood and also helps with dry eyes
    Date published: 2022-11-16
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works I bought this product to make my liver works better and it does. I only have the first bottle and I am already feeling wonderful
    Date published: 2018-10-20
    Rated 5 out of 5 by from Chill :) Excellent chill pill :) Helps relax and relieves tensions in the body. Love.
    Date published: 2022-02-20
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    Product Q&A

    Approximately how long is suggested to take this to properly clear Shao Yang syndrome?

    Asked by: Cari
    Thank you for your question. The typical course of Xiao Chai Hu Pian ranges from 1 to 6 weeks, depending on the severity and chronicity of the condition. Always consult a licensed TCM practitioner for tailored advice on dosage and duration.
    Answered by: ActiveHerb_Answers
    Date published: 2024-09-12

    Do you recommend the tablets or pills if I want to make a tea with the product, i.e., will the tablets dissolve in hot water or am I better off emptying capsules? I dislike swallowing tablets/capsules, have been making tea with herbal granules. Thank you.

    Asked by: KarenD
    Hi, Thanks for the question. Yes, the tablets but not pills can be easily dissolved in hot water and served as tea.
    Answered by: ActiveHerb_Answers
    Date published: 2024-08-14

    Does anyone know what the percentage of bupleurum is? Thanks

    Asked by: Jana1177
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