Effects of Danchai formula on regulation of immunologic function

The traditional formula of Danchai was provided by associate professor Dan Chen of Tianjin Medical University, which consisted of Chaihu (Radix Bupleuri) 9 g, Baishao (Radix Paeoniae Alba) 9 g, Yujin (Radix Curcumae) 30 g, Mudanpi (Cortex moutan Radicis) 9 g, and Gancao (Radix glycyrrhizae) 6 g. After soaking in water for 20 min, the herbs were decocted with medium heat to boiling and for 15 min with low heat. The liquid was poured out and decocted again by adding water. The decoction is mixed and consumed orally 30 min after meals, twice per day. Danchai formula can be used to treat excessive immune response-related diseases, including immune rejection after organ transplantation, autoimmune diseases, and hypersensitivity.