Li Yun Shang Liu Shen Wan: Efficacy and Functions
May 14, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
Liuyunshang Liu Shen Wan functions to clear heat, detoxify, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain. It is suitable for patients with sore throat and swelling, laryngeal wind (a TCM term for acute laryngitis or pharyngitis), or laryngeal abscesses, as well as those suffering from influenza. The main ingredients of Liuyunshang Liu Shen Wan are pearl powder, calculus bovis sativus (artificial bezoar), musk, realgar, borneol, and toad venom. Its primary therapeutic actions are cooling and detoxification, anti-inflammatory effects, and analgesia; it is indicated for scarlet fever with ulcerative pharyngitis.
Leiyunshang is a time-honored pharmaceutical company with a long history, whose products enjoy widespread recognition both domestically and internationally. Among its most renowned products is Leiyunshang Liu Shen Wan (Six God Pills).
Therapeutic Effects and Actions of Leiyunshang Liu Shen Wan
Leiyunshang Liu Shen Wan exerts effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain. It is indicated for patients presenting with sore throat, laryngeal wind (acute pharyngitis), or laryngeal abscess (peritonsillar abscess), as well as for those suffering from influenza. The primary ingredients include pearl powder, calculus bovis artifactus (synthetic bezoar), musk, realgar, borneol, and toad venom (chan su). Its principal therapeutic actions are cooling and detoxification, anti-inflammatory action, and analgesia. It is clinically used for conditions such as scarlet fever with ulcerative pharyngitis, sore throat, laryngeal wind or abscess, unilateral or bilateral tonsillar abscesses (tonsillitis), infantile heat boils, carbuncles and furuncles, mastitis, abscesses on the back, and other unnamed swellings or infections. While it is highly effective—even with minimal dosing—for acute pharyngitis and tonsillitis, its onset of action is rapid. However, due to its aromatic and drying nature, Liu Shen Wan may irritate the stomach; therefore, it should be taken after meals.
Liu Shen Wan contains toad venom (chan su), which—when overdosed—may cause toxicity. Hence, this medication must be used strictly under medical supervision. During treatment, patients should avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods. Individuals with deficient spleen-stomach function or general physical weakness should use this product cautiously or avoid it altogether. Due to its musk content, Liu Shen Wan is contraindicated in pregnancy.
Because Leiyunshang Liu Shen Wan possesses an aromatic and drying nature, prolonged use may cause significant gastric irritation or damage; thus, long-term administration is not recommended. Additionally, it is strictly contraindicated in infants under one month of age to prevent serious adverse effects resulting from inappropriate use. We hope this information proves helpful!
