Jing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses

{"id":8486631080006,"title":"Jing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses","handle":"jing-tang-four-paws-damp-heat-chinese-herbal-formula-for-dogs-cats-and-horses","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/2110\/5457\/files\/veterinary_authorizaton_required_for_tcvm_herbal_formulas_240x240.jpg?v=1787081808\" alt=\"Veterinary Authorization Required for TCVM Herbal Formulas - TCVM Pet Supply\" style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRecommended by holistic veterinarians, \u003cstrong\u003eJing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that clears Damp and Heat, detoxifies, and cools Blood to address patterns of Damp-Heat and Blood Heat in the skin, channels, and tissues of dogs, cats, and horses. A modified Qing Shi Re Tang modification, this nine-herb formula combines Damp-Heat-clearing, Blood-cooling, toxin-resolving, and itching-relieving herbs, pairing a Blood-cooling and Liver-clearing pair (Chi Shao, Sheng Di Huang), a primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi), a Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb (Yin Chen Hao), a toxin-resolving and Damp-clearing herb (Tu Fu Ling), a Blood-leading and channel-opening herb (Chuan Niu Xi), a Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb (Dan Zhu Ye), and a harmonizing herb (Gan Cao) to address Damp-Heat and Blood Heat patterns presenting in the skin and channels. Available in concentrated powder, 0.5g concentrated capsules, and 0.2g concentrated capsules. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp-Heat clearance and skin support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ku Shen clears Damp-Heat, resolves toxins, and relieves itching with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat skin patterns as the formula's primary skin-focused Damp-Heat-clearing herb; Di Fu Zi clears Damp-Heat and relieves itching, working with Ku Shen as the primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair; Yin Chen Hao clears Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat and promotes Damp elimination through the hepatobiliary channels; Tu Fu Ling resolves toxins and clears Damp-Heat from the skin and channels; Dan Zhu Ye clears Heat, promotes urinary flow, and generates fluids; together they address the Damp-Heat and toxin components of skin and channel Damp-Heat patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlood cooling and detoxification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheng Di Huang cools Blood, clears Heat, nourishes Yin, and generates fluids as the formula's primary Blood-cooling herb; Chi Shao cools Blood, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis, working with Sheng Di Huang as the Blood-cooling pair addressing the Blood Heat component of Damp-Heat skin patterns and preventing the Heat from damaging Blood and Yin; Gan Cao clears Heat, resolves toxins, and harmonizes the other herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel opening and formula guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chuan Niu Xi invigorates Blood, opens the channels, and leads the formula's actions to the lower body and channels of the limbs, supporting the formula's overall Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling action through the four paws and lower channel network; its channel-opening and Blood-invigorating action supports the elimination of Damp-Heat accumulation from the distal channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear Damp and Heat, detoxify and cool Blood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassical antecedent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modified Qing Shi Re Tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAvailable Forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90g Concentrated Powder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly concentrated granule format; mix into food for easy daily administration. One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard dosing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.5g Concentrated Capsules (100 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.2g Concentrated Capsules (50 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller concentrated capsule option suited for cats and small dogs under 10 lbs; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Powder (90g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight, twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. One small level scoop holds approximately 0.4g of powder; one large level scoop holds approximately 1.2g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Powder (90g) - Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. One large level scoop holds approximately 1.2g of powder. One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard equine dosing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 0.5g capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight, twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.2g) - Small Dogs and Cats under 10 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 0.2g capsule once daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMay be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and duration for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive ingredients: Chi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora), Red peony root; Chuan Niu Xi (Cyathula officinalis), Cyathula root; Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile), Lophatherum herb; Di Fu Zi (Kochia scoparia), Kochia fruit; Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root; Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens), Sophora root; Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa), Rehmannia root; Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra), Smilax rhizome; Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillaris herb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInactive ingredients vary by format: concentrated powder contains gluten-free maltodextrin; concentrated capsules contain bovine gelatin and gluten-free maltodextrin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat is a nine-herb modified formula organized around a Blood-cooling pair (Chi Shao, Sheng Di Huang), a primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi), a Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb (Yin Chen Hao), a toxin-resolving and Damp-clearing herb (Tu Fu Ling), a channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb (Chuan Niu Xi), a Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb (Dan Zhu Ye), and a harmonizing herb (Gan Cao):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKu Shen (Sophora flavescens) - Sophora root:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chief herb; clears Damp-Heat, resolves toxins, and relieves itching with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat skin patterns; one of the most important classical herbs in Chinese medicine for Damp-Heat skin presentations, skin itching, and Damp-Heat channel patterns; its bitter, cold nature makes it particularly suited to Damp-Heat patterns presenting at the skin surface and in the four paws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa) - Rehmannia root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cools Blood, clears Heat, nourishes Yin, and generates fluids; the formula's primary Blood-cooling herb addressing the Blood Heat component of Damp-Heat skin patterns and preventing the Heat from damaging Blood and Yin during the formula's Damp-Heat-clearing action; its Blood-cooling and Yin-nourishing nature provides essential moisture to offset the drying effects of the formula's Damp-clearing herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDi Fu Zi (Kochia scoparia) - Kochia fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Damp-Heat, relieves itching, and promotes urinary flow; works with Ku Shen as the primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair, providing complementary itching-relieving and Dampness-draining action particularly suited to Damp-Heat skin patterns in the four paws and lower body channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora) - Red peony root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cools Blood, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis; works with Sheng Di Huang as the Blood-cooling pair, addressing the Blood Heat and Blood stasis components of Damp-Heat skin patterns and supporting the formula's Blood-cooling strategy alongside its Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris) - Capillaris herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat and promotes Damp elimination through the hepatobiliary channels; contributes to the formula's comprehensive Damp-Heat-clearing strategy by addressing the Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat component that often accompanies and drives skin Damp-Heat patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) - Smilax rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resolves toxins, clears Damp-Heat from the skin and channels, and supports the elimination of Damp-Heat and toxins from the skin and musculoskeletal channels; the formula's primary toxin-resolving herb with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat and toxin patterns affecting the skin and channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Niu Xi (Cyathula officinalis) - Cyathula root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, opens the channels, and leads the formula's actions to the lower body and channels of the limbs; the formula's channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb, guiding the Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling herbs to the four paws and lower channel network where Damp-Heat has accumulated; its downward-leading action makes it especially suited to patterns presenting in the limbs and distal channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) - Lophatherum herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, promotes urinary flow, generates fluids, and addresses Heat in the Heart and Small Intestine channels; the formula's Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb, supporting the elimination of Heat through the urinary channels and generating the fluids needed to offset the drying effects of the formula's Damp-clearing herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) - Licorice root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, resolves toxins, and harmonizes the actions of all the other herbs; the formula's harmonizing herb moderating the potency of the bitter, cold Damp-clearing herbs and supporting the formula's overall toxin-resolving and Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePotential Drug Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat contains Damp-Heat-clearing herbs including Ku Shen (sophora root), Di Fu Zi (kochia fruit), Yin Chen Hao (capillaris herb), and Tu Fu Ling (smilax rhizome), Blood-cooling herbs including Sheng Di Huang (rehmannia root) and Chi Shao (red peony root), and a channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb Chuan Niu Xi (cyathula root), which may affect coagulation, liver metabolism, and concurrent drug activity. No contraindications and no specific warnings are listed for this formula. Pets on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs, cats, and horses remains limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMedication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, hepatic medications, immunosuppressive medications, and pets managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat conditions is Four Paws Damp Heat used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat is indicated for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Damp-Heat and Blood Heat presenting in the skin, channels, and four paws, where Damp-Heat accumulation and Blood Heat have led to skin discomfort, itching, redness, and the signs associated with Damp-Heat skin and channel patterns. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it as part of a comprehensive TCVM skin and channel support protocol for Damp-Heat presentations. No contraindications and no specific warnings are listed for this formula. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate TCVM pattern diagnosis before recommending Four Paws Damp Heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Four Paws Damp Heat administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For the 90g concentrated powder, the dose for dogs and cats is 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian; the small scoop holds approximately 0.4g and the large scoop holds approximately 1.2g. For horses, the standard dose is 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is one capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For small dogs and cats under 10 lbs, one 0.2g concentrated capsule once daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy is this formula called \"Four Paws\" Damp Heat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe name \"Four Paws\" reflects this formula's TCVM affinity for patterns presenting in the limbs and distal channels, particularly in the four paws of dogs and cats where Damp-Heat and Blood Heat accumulation frequently presents as skin discomfort, itching, redness, and tissue reactivity between the toes and in the paw pads. The inclusion of Chuan Niu Xi (cyathula root) as the formula's channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb is specifically chosen for its classical action of guiding formulas to the lower body and distal channels of the limbs, supporting the delivery of the formula's Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling actions to the four paws and lower channel network. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe this formula for dogs and cats presenting with Damp-Heat patterns in and around the paws, though it can also be applied to Damp-Heat and Blood Heat patterns in other skin and channel locations as directed by the veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Qing Shi Re Tang and how does Four Paws Damp Heat differ from the classical formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQing Shi Re Tang (Clear Dampness and Heat Decoction) is a classical Chinese medicine formula designed to clear Dampness and Heat from the channels and muscles, with primary use in Damp-Heat bi syndrome and musculoskeletal Damp-Heat patterns. Four Paws Damp Heat is a modified version of this classical formula adapted for TCVM veterinary use, incorporating Blood-cooling herbs (Sheng Di Huang, Chi Shao) and skin-specific Damp-Heat-clearing herbs (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi, Tu Fu Ling) to address the Blood Heat and skin Damp-Heat components that accompany Damp-Heat patterns presenting in the four paws and distal channels of dogs, cats, and horses. The modification reflects the TCVM clinical observation that Damp-Heat skin patterns in animals frequently have a Blood Heat component that benefits from Blood cooling alongside Damp-Heat clearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2026-07-24T09:06:38-05:00","created_at":"2026-07-24T09:06:37-05:00","vendor":"Jing Tang","type":"Pet Vitamins \u0026 Supplements","tags":["Els PW 7628","Health_Need_Skin_and_Coat","Herb_Type_Concentrated_Capsule","Herb_Type_Concentrated_Powder","Jing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat","Product_Type_Herb","Species_Cat","Species_Dog","Species_Horse","Vendor_Jing_Tang"],"price":8998,"price_min":8998,"price_max":14225,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":45929237971014,"title":"90g Concentrated Powder","option1":"90g Concentrated Powder","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"E2043BC-90s","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":5948765405233,"product_id":8486631080006,"position":2,"created_at":"2019-05-09T15:31:29-05:00","updated_at":"2021-09-16T11:50:13-05:00","alt":"Jing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat Concentrated 0.5g Capsules #100 - 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TCVM Pet Supply\" style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRecommended by holistic veterinarians, \u003cstrong\u003eJing Tang Four Paws Damp Heat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that clears Damp and Heat, detoxifies, and cools Blood to address patterns of Damp-Heat and Blood Heat in the skin, channels, and tissues of dogs, cats, and horses. A modified Qing Shi Re Tang modification, this nine-herb formula combines Damp-Heat-clearing, Blood-cooling, toxin-resolving, and itching-relieving herbs, pairing a Blood-cooling and Liver-clearing pair (Chi Shao, Sheng Di Huang), a primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi), a Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb (Yin Chen Hao), a toxin-resolving and Damp-clearing herb (Tu Fu Ling), a Blood-leading and channel-opening herb (Chuan Niu Xi), a Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb (Dan Zhu Ye), and a harmonizing herb (Gan Cao) to address Damp-Heat and Blood Heat patterns presenting in the skin and channels. Available in concentrated powder, 0.5g concentrated capsules, and 0.2g concentrated capsules. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamp-Heat clearance and skin support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ku Shen clears Damp-Heat, resolves toxins, and relieves itching with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat skin patterns as the formula's primary skin-focused Damp-Heat-clearing herb; Di Fu Zi clears Damp-Heat and relieves itching, working with Ku Shen as the primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair; Yin Chen Hao clears Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat and promotes Damp elimination through the hepatobiliary channels; Tu Fu Ling resolves toxins and clears Damp-Heat from the skin and channels; Dan Zhu Ye clears Heat, promotes urinary flow, and generates fluids; together they address the Damp-Heat and toxin components of skin and channel Damp-Heat patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlood cooling and detoxification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheng Di Huang cools Blood, clears Heat, nourishes Yin, and generates fluids as the formula's primary Blood-cooling herb; Chi Shao cools Blood, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis, working with Sheng Di Huang as the Blood-cooling pair addressing the Blood Heat component of Damp-Heat skin patterns and preventing the Heat from damaging Blood and Yin; Gan Cao clears Heat, resolves toxins, and harmonizes the other herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel opening and formula guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chuan Niu Xi invigorates Blood, opens the channels, and leads the formula's actions to the lower body and channels of the limbs, supporting the formula's overall Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling action through the four paws and lower channel network; its channel-opening and Blood-invigorating action supports the elimination of Damp-Heat accumulation from the distal channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear Damp and Heat, detoxify and cool Blood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassical antecedent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modified Qing Shi Re Tang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAvailable Forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90g Concentrated Powder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly concentrated granule format; mix into food for easy daily administration. One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard dosing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.5g Concentrated Capsules (100 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.2g Concentrated Capsules (50 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller concentrated capsule option suited for cats and small dogs under 10 lbs; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Powder (90g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight, twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. One small level scoop holds approximately 0.4g of powder; one large level scoop holds approximately 1.2g.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Powder (90g) - Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. One large level scoop holds approximately 1.2g of powder. One 90g concentrated supply lasts approximately 2 weeks at standard equine dosing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 0.5g capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight, twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.2g) - Small Dogs and Cats under 10 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 0.2g capsule once daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMay be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and duration for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive ingredients: Chi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora), Red peony root; Chuan Niu Xi (Cyathula officinalis), Cyathula root; Dan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile), Lophatherum herb; Di Fu Zi (Kochia scoparia), Kochia fruit; Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root; Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens), Sophora root; Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa), Rehmannia root; Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra), Smilax rhizome; Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillaris herb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInactive ingredients vary by format: concentrated powder contains gluten-free maltodextrin; concentrated capsules contain bovine gelatin and gluten-free maltodextrin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat is a nine-herb modified formula organized around a Blood-cooling pair (Chi Shao, Sheng Di Huang), a primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi), a Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb (Yin Chen Hao), a toxin-resolving and Damp-clearing herb (Tu Fu Ling), a channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb (Chuan Niu Xi), a Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb (Dan Zhu Ye), and a harmonizing herb (Gan Cao):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKu Shen (Sophora flavescens) - Sophora root:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chief herb; clears Damp-Heat, resolves toxins, and relieves itching with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat skin patterns; one of the most important classical herbs in Chinese medicine for Damp-Heat skin presentations, skin itching, and Damp-Heat channel patterns; its bitter, cold nature makes it particularly suited to Damp-Heat patterns presenting at the skin surface and in the four paws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa) - Rehmannia root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cools Blood, clears Heat, nourishes Yin, and generates fluids; the formula's primary Blood-cooling herb addressing the Blood Heat component of Damp-Heat skin patterns and preventing the Heat from damaging Blood and Yin during the formula's Damp-Heat-clearing action; its Blood-cooling and Yin-nourishing nature provides essential moisture to offset the drying effects of the formula's Damp-clearing herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDi Fu Zi (Kochia scoparia) - Kochia fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Damp-Heat, relieves itching, and promotes urinary flow; works with Ku Shen as the primary Damp-Heat and skin-clearing pair, providing complementary itching-relieving and Dampness-draining action particularly suited to Damp-Heat skin patterns in the four paws and lower body channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChi Shao (Paeonia lactiflora) - Red peony root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cools Blood, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis; works with Sheng Di Huang as the Blood-cooling pair, addressing the Blood Heat and Blood stasis components of Damp-Heat skin patterns and supporting the formula's Blood-cooling strategy alongside its Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris) - Capillaris herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat and promotes Damp elimination through the hepatobiliary channels; contributes to the formula's comprehensive Damp-Heat-clearing strategy by addressing the Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat component that often accompanies and drives skin Damp-Heat patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) - Smilax rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resolves toxins, clears Damp-Heat from the skin and channels, and supports the elimination of Damp-Heat and toxins from the skin and musculoskeletal channels; the formula's primary toxin-resolving herb with a specific affinity for Damp-Heat and toxin patterns affecting the skin and channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Niu Xi (Cyathula officinalis) - Cyathula root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, opens the channels, and leads the formula's actions to the lower body and channels of the limbs; the formula's channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb, guiding the Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling herbs to the four paws and lower channel network where Damp-Heat has accumulated; its downward-leading action makes it especially suited to patterns presenting in the limbs and distal channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan Zhu Ye (Lophatherum gracile) - Lophatherum herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, promotes urinary flow, generates fluids, and addresses Heat in the Heart and Small Intestine channels; the formula's Heat-clearing and fluid-generating herb, supporting the elimination of Heat through the urinary channels and generating the fluids needed to offset the drying effects of the formula's Damp-clearing herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) - Licorice root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, resolves toxins, and harmonizes the actions of all the other herbs; the formula's harmonizing herb moderating the potency of the bitter, cold Damp-clearing herbs and supporting the formula's overall toxin-resolving and Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePotential Drug Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat contains Damp-Heat-clearing herbs including Ku Shen (sophora root), Di Fu Zi (kochia fruit), Yin Chen Hao (capillaris herb), and Tu Fu Ling (smilax rhizome), Blood-cooling herbs including Sheng Di Huang (rehmannia root) and Chi Shao (red peony root), and a channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb Chuan Niu Xi (cyathula root), which may affect coagulation, liver metabolism, and concurrent drug activity. No contraindications and no specific warnings are listed for this formula. Pets on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs, cats, and horses remains limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMedication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, hepatic medications, immunosuppressive medications, and pets managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat conditions is Four Paws Damp Heat used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFour Paws Damp Heat is indicated for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Damp-Heat and Blood Heat presenting in the skin, channels, and four paws, where Damp-Heat accumulation and Blood Heat have led to skin discomfort, itching, redness, and the signs associated with Damp-Heat skin and channel patterns. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it as part of a comprehensive TCVM skin and channel support protocol for Damp-Heat presentations. No contraindications and no specific warnings are listed for this formula. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate TCVM pattern diagnosis before recommending Four Paws Damp Heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Four Paws Damp Heat administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For the 90g concentrated powder, the dose for dogs and cats is 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian; the small scoop holds approximately 0.4g and the large scoop holds approximately 1.2g. For horses, the standard dose is 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is one capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For small dogs and cats under 10 lbs, one 0.2g concentrated capsule once daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. May be used as needed for 1 to 4 months until the problem has cleared, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy is this formula called \"Four Paws\" Damp Heat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe name \"Four Paws\" reflects this formula's TCVM affinity for patterns presenting in the limbs and distal channels, particularly in the four paws of dogs and cats where Damp-Heat and Blood Heat accumulation frequently presents as skin discomfort, itching, redness, and tissue reactivity between the toes and in the paw pads. The inclusion of Chuan Niu Xi (cyathula root) as the formula's channel-opening and Blood-invigorating herb is specifically chosen for its classical action of guiding formulas to the lower body and distal channels of the limbs, supporting the delivery of the formula's Damp-Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling actions to the four paws and lower channel network. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe this formula for dogs and cats presenting with Damp-Heat patterns in and around the paws, though it can also be applied to Damp-Heat and Blood Heat patterns in other skin and channel locations as directed by the veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Qing Shi Re Tang and how does Four Paws Damp Heat differ from the classical formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQing Shi Re Tang (Clear Dampness and Heat Decoction) is a classical Chinese medicine formula designed to clear Dampness and Heat from the channels and muscles, with primary use in Damp-Heat bi syndrome and musculoskeletal Damp-Heat patterns. Four Paws Damp Heat is a modified version of this classical formula adapted for TCVM veterinary use, incorporating Blood-cooling herbs (Sheng Di Huang, Chi Shao) and skin-specific Damp-Heat-clearing herbs (Ku Shen, Di Fu Zi, Tu Fu Ling) to address the Blood Heat and skin Damp-Heat components that accompany Damp-Heat patterns presenting in the four paws and distal channels of dogs, cats, and horses. The modification reflects the TCVM clinical observation that Damp-Heat skin patterns in animals frequently have a Blood Heat component that benefits from Blood cooling alongside Damp-Heat clearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}