What are the effective Chinese patent medicines for reducing liver fire?

Generally speaking, there is no such thing as a special-effect Chinese patent medicine specifically for reducing liver fire. Depending on the condition and individual health status, medications such as Longdan Xiegan Wan, Xieqing Wan, Xiegan Anshen Wan, Danggui Longhui Wan, and Huanglian Shangqing Wan may be used to clear liver fire. However, consultation with a qualified physician is recommended before using any of these medications. Specific analysis is as follows:

1. Longdan Xiegan Wan: This formula has the effect of clearing liver fire and eliminating damp-heat. It is suitable for patients with damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder or excessive liver fire, and can effectively clear liver fire and remove internal damp-heat.

2. Xieqing Wan: Made from herbal ingredients such as Gentiana (Longdancao) and Ligusticum (Chuanxiong), its main function is to clear liver fire. It is appropriate for patients whose symptoms—such as hearing loss, dizziness, tinnitus, difficulty urinating, and pain in the flanks—are caused by excessive liver fire.

3. Xiegan Anshen Wan: Contains traditional Chinese herbs like Gentiana (Longdan) and Dragon Bone (Longgu), and functions to clear liver fire while calming the mind and promoting restful sleep. It is suitable for patients experiencing restlessness, insomnia, frequent dreams, or even neurasthenia due to excessive liver fire.

4. Danggui Longhui Wan: Contains herbal components such as Aloe, Gardenia (Zhizi), and Saussurea (Muxiang), and is effective in clearing liver and gallbladder heat, purging fire, and relieving constipation. It is particularly suitable for patients with excessive liver and gallbladder fire, offering a noticeable effect in clearing fire and promoting bowel movements.

5. Huanglian Shangqing Wan: Known for its effects of clearing heat, relieving constipation, dispelling wind, and alleviating pain. It is used for internal heat in the upper jiao, with symptoms including dizziness, red eyes, swollen gums, mouth or tongue ulcers, sore throat, ear pain, tinnitus, constipation, and dark, scanty urine. It can help alleviate certain symptoms caused by ascending liver fire.

During medication, it is advisable to avoid spicy, greasy, and irritating foods such as chili peppers, fried foods, and strong alcohol, as these can promote internal heat and exacerbate liver fire, potentially interfering with the effectiveness of the treatment.