《伤寒论》汗法浅解

A Brief Exposition of Diaphoretic Method in Treatise on Exogenous Febrile Disease

虽然汗法的运用过程中 ,以适度的汗出为成功的标志 ,但却不能以作汗为目的 ,而应针对病机施治 ,令其自然发汗。在应用汗法时 ,除准确用药外 ,一定要重视饮食的补充。表伤风邪方用桂枝汤最为精当 ,表伤寒邪方以麻黄汤最为恰切。汗法主要用于治疗外感表证 ,《伤寒论》中的“太阳”其实就是“表”的代名词。运用汗法 ,要发汗有度、法因证施、注意将息。汗法有禁慎 。

In the application of diaphoretic method, inducing sweat should not be made the purpose although moderate perspiration is the marker of successful application. Instead, treatment should be carried out accordingly so that the patient will sweat naturally. Apart from correct administration, attention should be paid to diet. Ramulus Cinnamomi Decoction is especially good for syndrome caused by exogenous wind, while Herba Ephedrae Decoction best relieve syndrome caused by exogenous cold. This method is mainly used in the treatment of syndromes caused by exogenous pathogens. 'Taiyang' in Treatise on Exogenous Febrile Disease actually refers to 'superficial syndrome'. This method should be applied appropriately in accordance with causes, and the patient should have a good rest. Special attention should be paid to conditions where diaphoretic method should not be used.