Huaxian Formula Prevents the Progression of Radiation-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis by Inhibiting the Pro-Fibrotic Effects of Macrophages

The Huaxian formula (HXF), a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) remedy, specifically targets the pathological factors of "heat toxicity" and "phlegm stasis" induced by radiation in radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis (RIPF). It works by clearing heat and invigorating the blood, addressing these key factors in the development of RIPF.