Recommended by holistic veterinarians, Jing Tang Red Lung is a concentrated TCVM herbal formula that clears Fire and cools the Lung in dogs, cats, and horses. Available as a concentrated powder or a bulk 600g powder, it is formulated to address Lung Heat and Fire patterns affecting respiratory health and overall vitality. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.
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What It Supports
- Lung Fire clearance: Clears Heat and Fire from the Lung system to address respiratory conditions rooted in Lung Heat or Fire patterns.
- Lung cooling and Yin nourishment: Cools the Lung and replenishes Lung Yin to address dryness, irritation, and fluid depletion associated with Heat patterns.
- Phlegm-Heat resolution: Transforms Phlegm-Heat accumulation in the respiratory tract to support clear airways and normal breathing.
- Blood and Qi circulation: Supports healthy circulation of Blood and Qi to the Lung and Heart systems, addressing Stagnation that may accompany chronic Heat patterns.
TCVM Principles
- Primary action: Clear Fire and cool the Lung.
- Approach: Combines Heat-clearing and Yin-nourishing herbs with Phlegm-transforming and Qi-moving agents to address both the root Lung Fire and branch Phlegm-Heat and Stagnation patterns.
- Classical antecedent: Qing Fei San, from Yuan Heng Liao Ma Ji (Yuan-Heng's Therapeutic Treatise of Horses), written by Yu Benyuan and Yu Benheng in 1608.
Available Forms
- Concentrated Powder (90g): High-potency concentrated powder; comes with a double-sided scoop and mixes directly into food for easy daily administration. One 90g bottle lasts approximately 2 weeks.
- Powder (600g): Bulk standard powder format; ideal for horses or extended use in multi-pet households.
Suggested Use
Concentrated Powder (90g) - Dogs and Cats: 0.5 to 1 small scoop per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight, twice daily. One small level scoop holds approximately 0.25g of powder.
Concentrated Powder (90g) - Horses: 3g (approximately 3 large scoops) twice daily. One large level scoop holds approximately 1g of powder.
Concentrated Capsules - Dogs and Cats: One 0.5g capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight, twice daily. For small dogs and cats under 10 lbs, one 0.2g capsule once daily.
Horses: 3g twice daily.
Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and duration for your pet.
Precautions: Use with caution during pregnancy.
Warning: Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs. This formula may cause a positive drug test result in horses; do not administer prior to racing or competition without consulting your veterinarian.
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Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Dan Shen (Salvia), Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Jie Geng (Platycodon), Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia), Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra), Xuan Shen (Scrophularia), Yu Jin (Curcuma), Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillaria)
Inactive Ingredients: Gluten-free maltodextrin (concentrated powder). Standard powder contains no inactive ingredients.
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Active Ingredient TCVM Actions
Each herb in this formula contributes targeted actions that work together to clear Lung Fire, nourish Yin, and resolve Phlegm-Heat:
- Dan Shen (Salvia) - Chinese Salvia Root: Invigorates Blood and clears Heat; supports healthy cardiovascular and pulmonary circulation and addresses Blood Stagnation accompanying chronic Lung Heat patterns.
- Dang Shen (Codonopsis) - Codonopsis Root: Tonifies Spleen and Lung Qi; supports energy and immune function and prevents the cooling herbs from depleting Qi over time.
- Huang Qin (Scutellaria) - Scutellaria Root: Clears Heat and dries Damp; a principal herb for Lung Heat and Fire patterns, addressing inflammation and Heat accumulation in the upper Jiao.
- Jie Geng (Platycodon) - Balloon Flower Root: Opens the Lung and benefits the throat; directs the formula upward to the respiratory tract and resolves Phlegm-Heat in the airways.
- Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia) - Raw Rehmannia Root: Clears Heat and cools Blood; nourishes Yin and generates fluids to address dryness and deficiency Heat from Lung Fire.
- Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra) - Schisandra Berry: Astringes Lung Qi and stops cough; nourishes Kidney and Lung Yin and generates fluids to support respiratory function and Essence.
- Xuan Shen (Scrophularia) - Figwort Root: Clears Heat and nourishes Yin; softens hardness and benefits the throat, addressing Phlegm-Fire and glandular swelling in the upper Jiao.
- Yu Jin (Curcuma) - Curcuma Root: Invigorates Blood and moves Qi; clears Heat from the Heart and Lung and supports the resolution of Qi and Blood Stagnation accompanying Fire patterns.
- Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillaria) - Zhejiang Fritillary Bulb: Clears Heat and transforms Phlegm; a principal herb for Phlegm-Heat cough and respiratory discomfort, particularly in Hot-type patterns.
Potential Drug Interactions
Red Lung contains Heat-clearing and Blood-invigorating herbs, including Huang Qin (Scutellaria) and Dan Shen (Chinese Salvia), which may affect platelet function, coagulation, and drug metabolism. Pets currently on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats remains limited.
Medication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, cardiac medications, antibiotics or antiviral drugs used concurrently for respiratory conditions, immunosuppressive drugs, and pets managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. Note that this formula may cause a positive drug test result in horses; consult your veterinarian before administering to animals involved in racing or competition. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions is Red Lung used for in TCVM?
In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Red Lung is indicated for Lung Fire and Lung Heat patterns. It is commonly recommended for dogs, cats, and horses showing signs of respiratory discomfort, dry or productive cough with Heat signs, nasal discharge, throat irritation, or chronic respiratory conditions rooted in Lung Heat or Phlegm-Fire accumulation, particularly when accompanied by a red tongue with a yellow coat and a rapid, slippery pulse.
How is this formula administered to dogs, cats, and horses?
Mix the concentrated powder directly into wet or dry food at each meal using the included double-sided scoop. The bulk 600g powder is ideal for horses or extended use. Dosing is based on species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the correct dose and schedule. Use with caution during pregnancy, and stop administration immediately if diarrhea or other unusual signs develop.
How does Red Lung differ from Zhi Sou San for respiratory support?
Zhi Sou San moistens the Lung and transforms Phlegm, making it appropriate for Lung Yin deficiency patterns with dryness and chronic cough. Red Lung clears Fire and cools the Lung, making it appropriate for Lung Heat and Fire patterns with acute or Hot-type respiratory signs. Your authorizing veterinarian will determine which formula best matches your pet's TCVM pattern based on tongue, pulse, and clinical signs.
How long does it take to see results with Red Lung?
Results vary depending on the severity and chronicity of the condition. For acute Lung Heat patterns, many pet owners begin to notice improvements in respiratory comfort and energy within 2 to 4 weeks of consistent use. For chronic or recurring patterns, longer-term use may be needed; your veterinarian will guide reassessment intervals based on your animal's response.