Jianghuang has special function in Shengjiang San which is a famous prescription to treat pestilence. This paper discussed its dosage and function in Shengjiang San by the research

induction

organization and analysis of literatures. Jianghuang is Rhizoma Wenyujin Concisum but not Turmeric tablets in Shengjiang San. Its dosage is 3-10 g rams in decoction as usual

while 0.5-2 g in powder per serving. Jianghuang

as an adjuvant with pungent

bitter and cool in property

strengthens the function of dispersing and purging of Shengjiang San in pestilence treatments. Moreover

this therapeutic theory of ‘pass through and Scatter Swelter' also can be applied to internal diseases treatment.