Acupuncture and Herbal Tea (Ottawa and Gatineau)
We work with some of the top specialists of TCM doctors and acupuncture experts. We are associated with Dr.Zhang who is an acupuncturist and herbal medicine expert who has more than 40 years of experience. He specializes in the curing of difficulty diseases. Our Naturopath doctor can help you to solve physical and mental issue with dietary guide and behavior corrections. Only 20% of diseases come with genetic factors. Mostly, they come from bad living habits and surrounding environment.
Our herbs are all natural made with powerful effects on healing. They are freshly made into powder with 5x concentration and are directly transfered from Toronto to Ottawa and Gatineau. Different herbs aim different internal organs weakness or diverse kinds of sickness. Our herbs are not sold individually, they are cooperative with our treatment to bring the greatest result to our patients. The following are the medicinal ingredients of different types of herbal tea.
Ai Fu Nuan Gong Wan
This TCM formula is primarily used for warming and comforting the womb to prevent miscarriage by nourishing the blood.
Medicinal Ingredients of Ai Fu Nuan Gong Wan
Xiang Fu (Rhizoma Cyperi Rotundi, Nut Grass Rhizome, Cyperus) 180g.
-toxic, hot, regulate liver Qi, regulate menstruation, relieves pain
Ai Ye (Folium Artemisiae Argyi, Mugwort Leaf, Artemesia, Moxa) 90g.
-warm – warms uterus, stops bleeding, calms fetus, expels cold
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tang-kuei) 90g.
-warm, sweet – tonifies blood, moves blood
Huang Qi (Radix Astragali Membranaceus, Mlilk-vetch Root, Astragalus) 60g
-warm, sweet – tonify Qi and blood, raises yang Qi,
Wu Zhu Yu (Fructus Evodiae Rutaecarpae, Evodia Fruit) 60g.
-toxic, hot, bitter – dispel cold, relieve pain, warm spleen
Chuan Xiong (Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong, Szechuan Lovage Root, Enidium) 60g.
-warm, moves blood and Qi, expels wind and stop pain
Bai ShaoYao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) 60g.
-cool, sour, bitter, nourish blood, regulate menstruation, calms liver yang rising
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae, Rehmannia (cooked) 30g.
-warm, sweet, tonify liver and kidney yin, strengthen blood and essence
Rou Gui (Cortex Cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon Bark) 15g.
-hot, sweet, warms kidney, tonify kidney yang, warms middle
Xu Duan (Radix Dipsaci Asperi, Japanese Teasel Root, Dipsacus) 45g.
-warm, bitter, tonify liver and kidney, promote blood circulation, stops uterine bleeding, calms the fetus and fortifies the Chong and Ren meridians.
Ba Zheng San
The functions of this TCM herbal formula are to clear heat and drain dampness by inducing urination. This chinese medicine formula is best suited in conditions of urinary tract infections where there is hot or bloody painful urination due to damp heat accumulation within the lower jiao. This condition is found more in individuals who eat a rich diet with excessive amounts of spicy or sweet foods.
Medicinal Ingredients of Ba Zheng San
Mu Tong (Caulis Mutong, Akebia Caulis) - 3-6g.
-clears heat, promotes urination, aids removal of dampness when stagnated
Hua Shi (Talcumn, Talcum) - 12-30g.
-clear damp heat, promotes urination, relieves irritability
Che Qian Zi (Semen Plantaginis, Plantago Seeds) - 9-15g.
-clear damp heat, promotes urination
Qu Mai (Herba Dianthi, Aerial Parts of Chinese Pink) - 6-12g.
-clear damp heat, promotes urination
Bian Xu (Herba Polygoni Avicularis, Knotweed, Polygonum) - 6-12g.
-clear damp heat, promotes urination
Zhi Zi (Fructus Gardeniae Jasminoidis, Cape Jasmine Fruit, Gardenia) - 3-9g.
-drains damp heat from all three jiao, promotes urination
Zhi Da Huang (Treated Radix et Rhizoma Rhei, Treated Rhubarb Root)-6-9g,
-drains heat through bowel movements
Deng Xin Cao Medulla Junci Effusi, Rush Pith, Juncus) - 3-6g.
-guids heat downwards
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 3-9g.
-harmonizes other herbal ingredients within this formula, relieves abdominal pain
Bai Hu Tang
This TCM herbal formula clears excess heat in the Qi level and yangming levels of the body. Bai Hu Tang will nourish fluids alleviating thirst while sedating excess fire in the lung and stomach organs.Indications and symptoms for Bai Hu Tang
4 Bigs or 4 greats (Big sweat, Big fever, Big thirst, Big Pulse) dry mouth, red face, fever, irritable, headache, toothache, bleeding gums, bleeding nose
Tongue red, dry or yellow coat
Pulse Big, strong, slippery, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Bai Hu TangShi Gao (Gypsum, Gypsum)
-clears heat, drains fire
Zhi Mu (Rhizoma Anemarrhenae Asphodeloidis, Anemarrhena Rhizome)
-clearing heat from the lungs and stomach, calm irritability, moisten dryness, nourish yin
Geng Mi (Non Glutinous Rice, Rice)
-tonify stomach, protect organs from cold properties of other ingredients
Zhi Gan Cao (Honey Fried Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Honey Fried Licorice Root)
-tonify stomach, protect organs from cold properties of other ingredients
Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan
This herbal formulas functions are to nourish the heart and calm the spirit while strengthening kidney yin. This herbal formula is best suited for conditions of disharmony between the heart and kidneys. Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan (Biota Seed Pill to Nourish the Heart) is a modified version of Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan (Emperor of Heavens Special Pill to Tonify the Heart) and focuses more on the root of this disorder and less on the symptoms.
Indications and Symptoms for Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan
Disorientation, severe and continuous palpitations, dream disturbed sleep, poor memory, night sweats
Tongue red body, thin or no coat
Pulse thin, rapid
Herbal Ingredientsof Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan
Bai Zi Ren (Semen Biota Orientalis, Arbor-vitae Seed, Biota Seed) - 120g.
-calms spirit
Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii, Chinese Wolfberry Fruit, Lycium) - 90g.
-nourish yin and blood
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber) - 30g.
-nourish yin and clears deficiency heat
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 30g.
-nourish blood
Shi Chang Pu (Rhizoma Acori Graminei, Sweetflag Rhizome, Acorus) - 30g.
-clears phlegm, calms spirit
Fu Shen (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos Pararadicis, Poria Spirit) - 30g.
-calms spirit
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae, Ningpo Figwort Root, Scrophularia) - 60g.
-clears deficiency blood heat
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae, Rehmannia) - 60g.
-nourish blood and yin fluids, clears heat
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 15g.
-harmonizes other herbs within formula while strengthening Qi
Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang
The functions of this herbal formula are to tonify the spleen and expel dampness while transforming phlegm and clearing wind. This TCM formula is best suited for conditions of upward disturbance of wind phlegm in the head due to spleen deficiency which leads to dampness.
Indications and Symptoms for Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang
Dizziness, vertigo, headache, heaviness in the head, cloudy sensation in the head, stuffy sensation in the chest, nausea, vomiting, copious sputum
Tongue white greasy coat
Pulse wiry, slippery
Medicinal Ingredients of Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome) - 4.5g.
-dries dampness, transform phlegm, direct Qi downwards
Tian Ma (Rhizoma Gastrodiae Elatae, Gastrodia Rhizome) - 3g.
-transforms phlegm, clears wind, eliminates headache and dizziness
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, White Atractylodes Rhizome) - 9g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Ju Hong (Pars Rubra Epicarpii Citri Erythocarpae, Red Part of the Tangerine Peel) - 3g.
-regulates Qi, transform phlegmFu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos,China Root, Poria, Hoelen) - 3g.
-tonify spleen, drains dampness
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 1.5g.
-harmonize herbs within formula, regulates middle jiao
Sheng Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens, Fresh Ginger Rhizome) - 1 slice
-harmonize stomach and spleen
Da Zao (Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae, Chinese Date, Jujube) - 2 pieces
-harmonize stomach and spleen
Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang
The functions of this chinese medicine formula are to tonify the Qi and invigorate blood to unblock the meridians. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of yang Qi deficiency with blood stagnation within the channels. The sinews, blood vessels, muscles and flesh will be deprived of Qi and blood nourishment.
Medicinal Ingredients of Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang
Huang Qi (Radix Astragali Membranaceus, Milk-vetch Root, Astragalus) - 120g.
-tonify yuan Qi, aids Qi circulation (when the root is Qi deficiency)
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tang-kuei) - 6g.
-promote blood circulatioin, harmonize ying Qi
Chuan Xiong (Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong, Szechuan Lovage Root, Enidium) - 3g.
-promote blood circulation, harmonize ying Qi
Chi Shao (Radix Paeoniae Rubrae, Red Peony Root) - 4.5g.
-promote blood circulation, harmonize ying Qi
Tao Ren (Semen Persicae, Peach Kernel, Persica) - 3g.
-invigorate blood, move stasis of blood, unblock channels
Hong Hua (Flos Carthami Tinctorii, Safflower Flower, Carthamus) - 3g.
-invigorate blood, move stasis of blood, unblock channels
Di Long (Lumbricus, Earthworm, Lumbricus) - 3g.
-strongly invigorates blood within channels, moves stasis of blood, unblocks channels
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
The functions of this TCM herbal formula are to tonify the middle jiao Qi and raise sunken yang. The formula is best suited to treat prolapsed spleen and stomach qi deficiency, which leads to middle jiao yang Qi sinking. The flesh is deprived of proper nourishment and becomes flaccid and the body begins to collapse inwards. Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang is one of the most popular formulas used to today in the treatment of prolapsed organs (stomach, uterus).
Indications and Symptoms for Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Intermittent fever, fever aggravated with exertion, spontaneous sweat, aversion to cold, thirsty for warm drinks, shortness of breath, laconic speech, tendency to curl up, weak limbs, shiny pale complexion, loose watery stools, diarrhea
Tongue pale, thin white coat
Pulse weak, faint
Medicinal Ingredients of Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Huang Qi(Radix Astragali Membranaceus, Milk-vetch Root, Astragalus) - 12-24g. -tonify Qi, raises spleen and stomach yang Qi
Ren Shen(Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 9-12g.
-tonify spleen Qi Bai Zhu(Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, White Atractylodes Rhizome) - 9-12g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Zhi Gan Cao(Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 3-6g.
-tonify Qi, harmonize other herbs within this formula
Dang Gui(Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 6-12g. -tonify Qi and blood, invigorates blood
Chen Pi(Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae, Tangerine Peel, Citrus) - 6-9g.
-regulates Qi, aids digestion of other herbs within formula
Sheng Ma(Rhizoma Cimicifugae, Bugbane Rhizome, Cimicifuga) - 3-6g.
-raises sunken yang Qi
Chai Hu(Radix Bupleuri, Hare’s Ear Root, Thorowax Root) - 3-9g.
-raises sunken yang Qi
Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang
This TCM herbal formulas main function is to release pathogenic influences from the muscle layer and clear interior heat. Indications and symptoms for Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang
slightly increasing fever, decreased chills, headache, stiffness of the extremities, eye pain, dry nasal passage, irritability, insomnia
Tongue thin yellow coating
Pulse floating, slightly flooding
Medicinal Ingredients of Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang
Chai Hu 3-9g.
-cool pungent, releases pathogenic influences from muscle layers
Ge Gen 6-12g.
-cool pungent, release pathogenic influences from muscle layers
Qiang Huo 3-6g.
-release exterior, alleviates pain
Bai Zhi 3-6g.
-release exterior, alleviate pain
Huang Qin 6-9g.
-clears lung heat and upper jiao heat
Shi Gao 4.5-15g.
-clears heat from the yang brightness channel
Jie Geng 3-6g.
-aids flow of lung
Qi Bai Shao 6-9g.
-preserves yin
Gan Cao 3-6g.
-harmonizes the actions of the other herbs.
Sheng Jiang 3-6g.
-regulate and protect nutritive
Qi Da Zao 2-3 pieces
-regulate and protect nutritive Qi
Ding Chaun Tang
The functions of this Chinese medicine formula are to regulate and direct lung Qi downwards to stop wheezing while clearing heat and transforming phlegm. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of wheezing and asthma due to wind cold obstructing the exterior with phlegm heat stagnated in the interior.
Indications and Symptoms for Ding Chuan Tang
cough, wheezing, excessive thick yellow sputum, difficult breathing, fever and chills
Tongue greasy yellow coat
Pulse slippery rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Ding Chuan Tang
Yin Xing (Semen Ginkgo Bilobae, Ginko Nut) - 9g.
-transform phlegm, stops lung Qi leaking, stop wheezing
Ma Huang (Herba Ephedrae, Ephedra Stem, Ma-huang) - 9g.
-unblocks lung Qi and directs it downwards, stops wheezing, releae exterior
Su Zi (Fructus Perillae Frutescentis, Purple Perilla Fruit, Perilla Seed) - 6g.
-direct rebellious lung Qi downwards, stop wheezing, expel phlegm
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 3g.
-harmonize other herbs within formula
Kuan Dong Hua (Flos Tussilaginis Farfarae, Coltsfoot Flower, Tussilago) - 9g. -direct rebellious lung Qi downwards, stop wheezing, expel phlegm
Xing Ren (Semen Pruni Armeniacae, Apricot Seed or Kernel) - 4.5g.
-aids lung Qi, stops wheezing
Sang Bai Pi (Cortex Mori Albae Radicis, Mulberry Root, Bark, Morus Bark) - 9g. -drains lung heat, stop wheezing, stop cough
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis, BaicalSkullcap Root, Scutellaria, Scute) - 4.5g.
-drain lung heat, stop wheezing, stop cough
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome) - 9g.
-direct rebellious lung Qi downwards, stop wheezing, expel phlegm
Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang
Expels wind dampness and disperses painful obstruction in the collaterals and meridians. It also tonifies deficiency of Liver and Kidneys and Qi and blood. This is a great TCM herbal formula to treat Bi Syndrome pain with underlying liver and kidney deficiency.
Indications and Symptoms for Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang
weak cold and painful lower back or knees, heaviness in lower limbs or lower back, stiffness and numbness of the joints, weak fatigued muscles, easily effected by cold weather or gets cold easily, chronic joint pain, pain alleviated by warmth, palpitations, shortness of breath
Tongue white coat, possibly puffy
Pulse slippery and rapid or thin and weak
Medicinal Ingredients of Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang
This formula contains Ba Zheng Tang with the substitution of Rou Gui instead of Bai Zhu
Du Huo (Radix Angelicae Pubescentis, Pubescent Angelica Root, tu-huo) - 9g. -expel wind damp cold from lower burner, bones and sinews
Xi Xin (Herba Cum Radice Asari, Chinese Wild Ginger, Asarum) - 6g.
-expels wind cold in the channels, sinews and bones and stops pain
Fang Feng (Radix Ledebouriellae, Ledebouriella Root, Siler) - 6g.
-expels wind dampness
Qin Jiao (Radix Gentianae Qinjiao, Gentiana Macrophylla Root, chin-chiu) - 6g. -relaxes sinews, expels wind dampness
Sang Ji Sheng (Ramulus Sangjisheng, Mulberry Mistletoe Stem, Loranthus) - 6g. -expels wind dampness, tonify liver and kidneys
Du Zhong (Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoidis, Eucommia Bark) - 6g.
-expels wind dampness, tonify liver and kidneys
Niu Xi (Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae, Achyranthes Root) - 6g.
-expels wind dampness, tonify liver and kidneys, directs herbs downward.
Rou Gui (Cortex Cinnamorni Cassiae, Cinnamon Bark) - 6g.
-warms and unblocks the channels, tonifies yang Qi
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 6g. -nourish and invigorate the blood
Chuan Xiong (Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong, Szechuan Lovage Root, Enidium) - 6g. -nourish and invigorate the blood
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia) - 6g.
-nourish and invigorate the blood
Bai Shao Yao (Radix Paeoniao Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) - 6g. -nourish and invigorate the blood Ren Shen ( Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 6g. -tonify spleen Qi, eliminate dampness
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoeien) - 6g.
-tonify spleen Qi, eliminate dampness
Zhi Gan Cao (Honey Fried Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Honey Fried Licorice Root) - 6g.
-tonify Qi, harmonize other herbs
Fang Feng Tong Sheng San
This alternative medicine herbal formulas main function is to disperse wind, release the exterior, drain heat and unblock the bowels. This TCM formula deals with both exterior and interior heat.it can be either exterior wind heat invading an individual with pre existing internal excess heat or from wind heat causing heat to stagnate within the individual rising to excess heat. This condition is most commonly found to effect the upper areas of the body.
Indications and Symptoms for Fang Feng Tong Shen San
strong fever, chills, light headed, dizziness, red eyes, sore eyes, difficulty swallowing, nasal congestion, thick yellow mucus, sticky saliva, bitter taste in the mouth, dry mouth, focal distention, chest fullness, constipation, dark urine, smelly urine, facial sores
Tongue yellow greasy coating Pulse wiry, slippery
Medicinal Ingredients of Fang Feng Tong Shen San
Fang Feng (Radix Ledeb ouriellae, Ledebouriella Root, Siler) - 15g.
-disperse wind, induce sweat, release the exterior
Ma Huang (Herba Ephedrae, Ephedra Stem, Ma-huang) - 15g.
-disperse wind, induce sweat, release the exterior
Jiu Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei, Wine Fried Rhubarb Root and Rhizome) - 15g.
-expel heat, induce bowel movement
Mang Xiao (Mirabilitum, Mirabilite, Glauber’s Salt) - 15g.
-expel heat, induce bowel movment
Jing Jie (Herba Seu Flos Schizonepetae, Schizonepeta Stem or Bud) - 15g.
-release the exterior
Bo He (Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, Field Mint, Mentha) - 15g.
-release the exterior
Zhi Zi (Fructus Gardeniae, Jasminoidis, Cape Jasmine Fruit, Gardenia) - 15g.
-drain heat, induce urination
Hua Shi (Ralcum, Talcum Powder) - 90g.
-drain heat, induce urination
Shi Gao (Gypsum, Gypsum) - 30g.
-clear lung and stomach heat
Lian Qiao (Fructus Forsythiae Suspensae, Forsythia Fruit) - 15g.
-clear lung and stomach heat
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis, Baical Skullcap Root, Scutellaria, Scute) - 30g.
-clear lung and stomach heat
Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi Grandiflori, Balloon Flower Root, Platycodon) - 30g.
-direct other herbs to lungs, promotes lung descending function
Chuan Xiong (Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong, Szechuan Lovage Root, Enidium) - 15g. -harmonize the blood
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 15g. -harmonize the blood
Bai Shao Yao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) - 15g. -harmonize the blood
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, Atractylodes Rhizome) - 15g. -strengthen spleen
Qi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 60g.
-protects the spleen, harmonize other herbs
Fu Yuan Huo Xue Tang
The functions of this natural chinese medicine herbal formula are to invigorate blood and remove blood stasis while promoting liver Qi circulation and unblocking channels. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of traumatic physical injuries leaving blood stasis in the vessels. This stasis causes stabbing severe pain.
Indications and Symptoms for Fu Yuan Huo Xue Tang
severe pain due to trramatic injuries, chest pain, hypochondriac pain, pain in the flanks.
Tongue purple
Pulse wiry, choppy
Medicinal Ingredients of Fu Yuan Huo Xue Tang
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tank-kuei) - 9g. -invigorate blood, remove stasis, eliminate swelling, alleviate pain, unblock channels
Tao Ren (Semen Persicae, Peach Kernel, Persica) - 9g.
-invigorate blood, remove stasis, eliminate swelling, alleviate pain, unblock channels
Hong Hua (Flos Carthami Tinctorii, Safflower Flower, Carthamus) - 6g. -invigorate blood, remove stasis, eliminate swelling, alleviate pain, unblock channels
Chuan Shan Jia (Squama Manitis Pentadactylae, Pangolin Scales, Anteater Scales) - 6g.
-invigorate blood, remove stasis, eliminate swelling, alleviate pain, unblock channels
Jiu Zhi Da Huang (Wine Treated Radix et Rhizoma rhei, Rhubarb Root and Rhizome) - 30g.
-promotes blood circulation, pushes stagnation downwards, relax middle jiao Tian Hua Fen (Radix Trichosanthis Kinlowii, Trichosanthes Root) - 9g.
-promotes tissue growth, eliminates swellings
Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri, Hare Ear Root, Thorowax Root) - 15g.
-promotes liver Qi circulation, guides other herbs towards liver channel
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uraloensis, Licorice Root) - 6g.
-relaxes spasms, alleviates pain, regulate and harmonize other ingredients
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang
The functions of this chinese medicine formula are to nourish the heart and calm the spirit while harmonizing the middle jiao. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of excessive worry, anxiety or pensiveness injuring heart yin and disturbing normal liver Qi flow. Due to the liver Qi being affected there is commonly spleen disorders present in this pattern of disease.
Indications and Symptoms for Gan Mai Da Zao Tang
disorientation, frequent attack of melancholy, frequent crying, inability to control oneself, restless sleep, possible night sweats, frequent yawning, if severe abnormal speech is common!
Tongue red, thin coat
Pulse thin, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Gan Mai Da Zao Tang Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 9g.
-nourish heart, harmonize middle jiao
Fu Xiao Mai (Semen Tritici Aestivi Levis, Light Wheat Grain (unripe Wheat)) - 9-15g.
-tonify Qi, nourish yin, regulates heart
Da Zao (Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae, Chinese Date, Jujube) - 10g.
-tonify Qi, nourish fluids
Gui Pi Tang
This TCM herbal formula was created to tonify both the Qi and blood by strengthening the spleen Qi and heart blood. This chinese medicine formula is designed for treating deficiencies due to over thinking which damages the spleen Qi and creates a heart blood deficiency.
Indications and Symptoms for Gui Pi Tang
irritability, anxiety, insomnia, forgetfulness, poor memory, withdrawal, frequent dreams, heavy dreams, fear and anxiety, low grade fever, weakness, fatigue, poor appetite, diarrhea, weight loss (or gain), scanty menstruation, palpitations, pale or yellow complexion, chronic bleeding, early periods, prolonged period, pale menstrual bleeding.
Tongue pale swollen body, thin white coating
Pulse wiry, slippery, deep or thin and frail
Medicinal Ingredients of Gui Pi Tang
Huang Qi (Radix Astragali Membranaceus, Milk Vetch Root, Astragalus) - 9-12g. -tonify spleen Qi, tonify blood
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng) - 3-6g.
-tonify spleen
Qi Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaeiae, Atractylodes (white) Rhizome) - 9-12g.
-tonify spleen Qi, dries dampness
Fu Shen (Sclerotium Porae Cocos Pararadicis, Poria Spirit) - 9-12g.
-calms spirit, tonify spleen
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 6-9g. -tonify blood, regulate menstruation
Mu Xiang (Radix Aucklandiae Lappae, Costus Root, Saussurea, Aucklandia) - 3-6g. -regulates
Qi Long Yan Rou (Arillus Euphoriae Longanae, Flesh of the Longan Fruit, Longan) - 6-9g.
-tonify blood, calm spirit
Suan Zao Ren (Semen Zizyphi Spinosae, Sour Jujube Seed, Zizyphus) - 9-12g. -calms spirit
Yuan Zhi (Radix Polygalae Tenuifoliae, Chinese Senega root, Polygala) - 3-6g. -calms spirit, promotes heart
Qi Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 3-6g.
-tonify spleen Qi
Gui Zhi Tang
This herbal formula has 2 main functions,
1-expel wind cold pathogens from muscles and skin, tonify deficiency
2-harmonize ying and wei levels
Indications and Symptoms for Gui Zhi Tang
Chills with fever, aversion to cold, headache, body soreness, body aching, sweating, abnormal sweating, spontaneous sweat, night sweats, rheumatoid arthritis, vomiting during pregnancy, rhinitis (allergic), frost bite
Medicinal Ingredients of Gui Zhi Tang
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon, Cassia Twig) 9g. Release exterior cold, warms channels, unblocks yang qi in chest
Bai ShaoYao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) 9g.
Nourish blood, calm liver, adjust ying and wei levels
Sheng Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens, Fresh Ginger Rhizome) 9g. Release exterior cold, disperse middle jiao cold, disperse cold phlegm in lung, adjust ying and wei level qi for sweating
Da Zao (Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae, Chinese Date, Jujube) 12 pieces
Tonify spleen qi, nourish blood, calm spirit
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) 6g.
Harmonize herbal formulas, moisten lung, tonify spleen/stomach
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
The functions of this Chinese medicine herbal formula is to warm and tonify the kidney yang. This TCM herbal formula is best suited in conditions of kidney yang deficiency with insufficient fire at the gate of vitality. Kidney yang is also known as source yang and is the basis for the yang of the entire body.
Indications and Symptoms for Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
lower back pain, weakness of the lower extremities, cold sensation in the lower body, tenseness in the lower abdomen, irritable, breathes most comfortably while leaning against something, urinary difficulty with edema or copious urination, slight incontinence.
Tongue pale, swollen, white moist coat
Pulse empty, frail, submerged
Medicinal Ingredients of Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia) - 24g.
-nourish kidney yin, tonify blood
Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis, Asiatic Cornelian Cherry Fruit, Cornus) - 12g.
-tonify liver and kidneys, nourish essence and blood
Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae, Chinese Yam, Dioscorea) - 12g.
-tonify liver and spleen, nourish essence and blood
Fu Zi (Radix Lateralis Aconiti,Carmichaeli, Szechuan Aconite Root, Aconite) - 3g. -tonifies source fire (kidney yang Qi), warms cold conditions
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon, Cassia Twig) - 3g.
-warms bladder, promotes urination, warms joints and channels
Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalitis, Water Plantain Rhizome, Alisma) - 9g. -unblock water pathways, tonify spleen, drain dampness
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoelen) - 9g.
-unblocks water pathways, tonify spleen, drains dampness
Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis, Peony Tree Root Cortex, Moutan) - 9g.
-clears blood heat, promotes blood circulation, alleviates liver fire
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan
Main Actions for Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan
The functions of this traditional chinese medicine formula are to stabilize the kidneys while binding up semen. This TCM Herbal formula is best suited for conditions of spermatorrhea due to instability of the essence gate (kidney and liver deficiency). When the kidneys are deficient and the essence is weak then Qi will also be deficient.
Indications and Symptoms for Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan chronic spermatorrhea, impotence, fatigue, weakness, sore and weak limbs, lower back weakness, lower back pain, tinnitus
Tongue pale, white coat
Pulse thin, frail
Medicinal Ingredients of Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan
Sha Yuan Ji Li (Semen Astragali Complanati, Milkvetch Seed, Astragalus Seed) - 60g,
-tonify kidneys, stabilize essence, stop semen leakage
Qian Shi (Semen Euryales Ferocis, Euryale Seeds) - 60g.
-stabilize the gate of essence, stabilize essence, stops semen leakage
Lian Xu (Stamen Nelumbinis Nuciferae) - 60g.
-binds up semen, stops semen leakage
Su Zhi Long Gu (Crispy Fried Os Draconis, Dragon Bone, Fossilized Vertebrae) - 30g.
-stops blazing fire, prevents spermatorrhea
Duan Mu Li (Calcined Concha ostreae, Oyster Shell) - 30g.
-stops blazing fire, prevents spermatorrhea
Lian Zi (Semen Nelumbinis Nuciferae, Lotus Seed) - 120g.
-stabilize essence Gate, stops semen leakage
Preparation Instructions of Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan
When preparing this natural chinese medicine formula all ingredients should be ground into a fine powder and formed into pills. Each dose consists of 9 grams of pills taken on an empty stomach sith salted water. It is often prepared as a decoction today with a reduction in its dosage. Additional Points on Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan This Herbal formula treats both the root (kidney deficiency) and the symptoms (spermatorrhea) but bases most of its weight on the symptoms. Once leakage of semen has ceased the formula should be changed to a more kidney tonic to treat the root of this disorder. When the appropriate symptoms are present this Chinese medicine formula is able to treat such disorders as neurasthenia, sexual dysfunctions and myasthenia gravis.
Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
The functions of this chinese medicine formula are to warm and transform phlegm/fluids while strengthening the spleen and clearing dampness. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of spleen yang deficiency causing inadequate transforming and transporting functions. This results in congested fluids around the lungs and diaphragm.
Indications and Symptoms for Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Fullness in the chest and hypochondria, palpitations, shortness of breath, coughing up clear and watery sputum, dizziness, vertigo
Tongue pale swollen body, white, slippery coat
Pulse slippery, wiry or soggy
Medicinal Ingredients of Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, poria, Hoelen) - 12g.
-warm spleen yang and tonify Qi, drain dampness
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon, Cassia Twig) - 9g.
-warms yang, promotes water metabolism, regulates Qi movement downwards Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, White Atractylodes Rhizome) - 6g.
-promotes transformation and transportation functions of the spleen, dries dampness
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Honey Fried Licorice Root) - 6g. -tonify middle jiao Qi
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
This is one of the most classic TCM herbal formulas to tonify deficiency of Kidney Yin.
Indications and symptoms for Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
low back pain, weakness of the lower back, light headed, vertigo, chronic dry sore throat, deafness, tinnitus, night sweats, seminal emissions, steaming bone syndrome, heat in the palms/soles and chest (5-centre heat sensation), loose teeth, tooth aches, frequent urination, incontinence, diabetes, thirsting and wasting syndrome, weak knees
Tongue red body, thin or no coating
Pulse deep thin, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae, Rehmannia (cooked)) - 240g. -tonify kidney yin and essense Shan
Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis, Asiatic Comelian Cherry Fruit, Cornus) - 120g. -nourish liver, stops essence leakage
ShanYao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae, Chinese Yam, Dioscorea) - 120g. -stabilizes essence, tonify spleen
Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis, Cortex of the Tree Peony Root, Moutan) - 90g. -clears liver fire
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoelen) - 90g.
-drains dampness, tonify spleen
Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalitis, Water Plantain Rhizome, Alisma) - 90g. -clears and drains kidney fire
Ping Wei San
This TCM herbal formulas main functions are to dry dampness, promote spleens transporting function, aids the movement of Qi and harmonize the stomach. The formula is best suited in conditions of damp cold, which stagnates the spleen and stomach. The spleen function of transforming food becomes stagnated creating disease within the patient.
Indications and Symptoms for Ping Wei San
epigastrium distention, fullness in the abdomen, poor taste, poor appetite, heavy sensation in the four limbs, loose stool, diarrhea, fatigue, increased sleeping pattern, nausea, vomiting, belching, acid reflux
Tongue swollen, thick white greasy coat
Pulse slippery
Medicinal Ingredients of Ping Wei San
Cang Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids, Atractylodes Rhizome (black))- 12-15g.
-expels dampness, strengthen spleen Qi and transporting functions of the spleen Hou Po (Cortex Magnoliae Officinalis, Magnolia Bark) - 9-12g.
-expels dampness, disperses fullness, tonify spleen
Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae, Tangerine Peel, Citrus) - 9-12g.
-regulates Qi, transforms dampness, directs rebel Qi downwards
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)Â - 3-6g.
-tonify spleen, harmonizes other herbs in formula
Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang
This TCM herbal formulas function is to clear dryness and moisten the lungs. The chinese medicine formula is best suited for warm dryness attacking the lungs causing lung Qi to rebel upward and stop dispersing properly. Indications and symptoms for Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang
headache, fever, hacking cough, wheezing, dry throat, dry nasal passages, fullness sensation in chest, hypochondriac pain, irritability, thirst
Tongue dry coat
Pulse big, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Qing Zao Jiu Fei Tang
Sang Ye (Follium Mori Albae, White Mulberry Leaf) - 9g.
-clears heat, disperse lung dryness
Shi Gao (Gypsum, Gypsum) - 7.5g.
-clears lung and stomach heat, relieves thirst
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber) - 3.6g. -nourish lung yin
E Jiao (Gelatinum Corii Asioni, Ass-hide Glue, Gelatin) - 2.4g.
-nourish lung yin
Hei Zhi Ma (Semen Sesami Indici, Black Sesame Seeds) - 3g.
-nourish lung yin
Xing Ren (Semen Pruni Armeniacae, Apricot Seed or Kernel) - 2.1g.
-stop rebel lung Qi, relieve cough, promote lung Qi descending function
Mi ZhiPi Pa Ye (Honey Fried Folium Eriobotryae Japonicae, Loquat Leaf, Eriobotrya) - 3g.
-stop rebel lung Qi, relieve cough, promotes lung Qi descending function
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 2.1g.
-tonify Qi and harmonize the middle jiao
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 3g.
-harmonizes other herbs in formula, tonify Qi
Sang Piao Xiao
Properties: SWEET, SALTY - NEUTRAL
Dosage: 3-9g.
Meridian: KIDNEY, LIVER
-tonify kidneys aids Yang
-retains essence, incontinence, spermatorrhea, enuresis in children
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
The functions of this TCM herbal formula are to tonify the spleen Qi and clear dampness to alleviate diarrhea. This chinese medicine formula is best suited for conditions of spleen Qi deficiency leading to internal dampness due to poor transformation and transportation of the food Qi entering the body. The weak spleen is unable to send clear Qi upwards so turbidity accumulates and flows downwards giving rise to watery diarrhea.
Indications and Symptoms for Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
loose stools, diarrhea, poor appetite, weak extremities, emaciation, weight loss, chest distention, epigastric distention, pale complexion, possible vomiting (excess dampness)
Tongue pale, white coat
Pulse thin, weak
Medicinal Ingredients of Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
(Si Jun Zi Tang - Ren Shen, Bai Zhu, Fu Ling, Zhi Gan Cao)
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 1000g
-tonify spleen
Qi Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaeiae, Atractylodes (white) Rhizome) - 1000g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoelen) - 1000g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 1000g.
-tonify Qi, harmonize
Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae, Chinese Yam, Dioscorea) - 1000g.
-tonify spleen Qi
Bai Bian Dou (Semen Dolichoris Lablab, Hyacinth Bean, Dolichos) - 750g.
-tonify spleen Qi, stops diarrhea
Lian Zi (Semen Nelumbinis Nuciferae, Lotus Seed) - 500g.
-tonify spleen Qi, stops diarrhea
Yi Yi Ren (Semen Coicis Lachryma-jobi, Jobs tears seeds, Coix) - 500g.
-tonify spleen Qi, drain dampness
Sha Ren (Fructus Amomi, Grains of Paradise Fruit, Cardamon) - 500g.
-transform dampness, promotes Qi circulation
Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi Grandiflori, Balloon Flower Root, Platycodon) - 500g. -promotes lung Qi circulation, promotes ascending function of Qi, stop diarrhea
Si Jun Zi Tang
This is one of the most standard TCM herbal formulas which will tonify the spleen and dry dampness accumulated in the body. This chinese medicine formula is best suited for conditions of spleen Qi deficiency generally caused by a poor diet and improper eating habits with excessive thinking and overworking. The spleen Qi becomes weak and is unable to transform and transport the food which is taken in sometimes leading to concomitant blood deficiency.
Indications and symptoms for Si Jun Zi Tang
pale face, poor appetite, loose stools, soft voice, weak extremities
Tongue pale
Pulse thin, weak
Medicinal Ingredients of Si Jun Zi Tang
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root)- 3-9g.
-tonify spleen Qi
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaeiae, Atractylodes (white) Rhizome) - 6-9g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoelen)- 6-9g.
-tonify spleen, dry dampness
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)- 3-6g.
-tonify Qi, harmonize
Si Ni San
This chinese medicine herbal formula releases pathogenic factors, promotes liver Qi circulation and regulates the spleen. The formula is best suited for Yang Jue (yang or Hot collapse) where yang Qi is constrained due to heat entering the interior.
Indications and Symptoms for Si Ni San
cold fingers and toes (body feels warm), irritability, fullness in the chest, abdominal pain with possible diarrhea. The main indication is cold hands and feet!
Tongue red body, yellow coat
Pulse wiry
Medicinal Ingredients of Si Ni San
Chai Hu  (Radix Bupleuri, Hares Ear Root, Thorowax Root) - 9-12g.
-regulate liver Qi, clear heat, ascending action
Zhi Shi (Fructus Immaqturus Citri Aurantii, Immature Fruit of Bitter Orange) - 9-12g.
-drains middle jiao stagnation, descending action
Bai Shao Yao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) - 12-24g. -nourish liver yin
Zhi Gan Cao (Honey-fried Radix Glycyrrhiaze Uralensis) - 6-9g.
-alleviates colicky pain, harmonizes other herbs in this formula
Si Wu Tang
This is one of the basic TCM herbal formulas which tonifies the blood, aids blood circulation and regulates the liver. Many other chinese medicine formulas have been created from this well balanced formula.
Si Wu Tang is best suited in conditions of liver blood deficiency where blood is unable to supply the head with nourishment.
Indications and symptoms for Si Wu Tang
dizziness, blurry vision, pale face, pale nails, easily frightened, tinnitus, generalized muscle aches or tension, periumbilical and lower abdominal pain, hard abdominal mass, scanty menstruation, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, restless fetus disorder, lochioschesis with a painful and firm abdomen and possible fever and chills.
Tongue pale
Pulse weak, choppy and thin
Medicinal Ingredients of Si Wu Tang
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conguitae, cooked Rehmannia)-9-21g. -tonify liver and kidneys, nourish yin and blood
Bai ShaoYao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, WhitePeony Root, Peony)-9-15g. -nourish blood, preserves the yin
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei)-9-12g. -tonify and invigorate blood
Chuan Xiong (Radix Ligustici Chuanxiong, Szechuan Lovage Root, Enidium)-3-6g. -invigorate blood, promote Qi movement, alleviates pain
Suan Zao Ren Tang
This chinese medicine formulas functions are to nourish blood, calm the spirit while clearing heat and eliminating irritability. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of liver blood deficiency accompanied by deficiency heat. Due to this blood deficiency and deficiency heat rising into the chest the heart is not nourished properly creating a disturbance in the shen.
Indications and Symptoms for Suan Zao Ren Tang
irritability, inability to sleep, insomnia, palpitations, night sweats, dizziness, vertigo, dry throat, dry mouth, dry tongue
Tongue red tongue
Pulse thin, wiry, rapid
Shi Xiao San
The functions of this chinese medicine formula are to invigorate blood and expel stasis while alleviating pain. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for blood stasis obstructing the vessels in the lower abdomen. Shi Xiao San is a great formula to treat dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, after giving birth if there is pain.
Indications and Symptoms for Shi Xiao San
irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, retention of lockia, post partum abdominal pain, acute colicky pain in the lower abdominal area, pain in the middle abdominal area, pain in the epigastric area.
Tongue purple
Pulse wiry or choppy
Medicinal Ingredients of Shi Xiao San
Wu Ling Zhi (Excrementum Trogopteri Seu Pteromi, Flying Squirrel Feces, Pteropus)
-removes obstructed blood vessels, alleviates pain
Pu Huang (Pollen Typhae, Cattail Pollen, Bulrush)
-strongly promotes blood circulation, stops bleeding
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
This TCM herbal formula tonifies the yin and blood of the heart. It also nourishes the kidney yin and calms the spirit.
Indications and symptoms for Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
irritability, insomnia, palpitations, anxiety, forgetfulness, poor concentration, excessive dreaming, restless sleep, night sweats, nocturnal emission (wet dreams), fatigue, constipation, dry stool, mouth ulcers (canker sores), low fever Tongue red, slight coating
Pulse thin, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia)-120g
-nourish yin, clear heat, enriches kidney yin, nourish blood
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root)-15g.
-tonify heart Qi
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae, Ningpo Figwort Root, Scrophularia)-15g. -enrich yin, clear deficiency heat
Tian Men Dong (Tuber Asparagi Cochinchinensis, Asparagus Tuber)-30g.
-enrich yin, clear deficiency heat
Mai men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber)-30g.
-enrich yin, clear deficiency heat
Dan Shen (Radix Salviae Miltitorrhizae, Salvia Root)-15g.
-nourish heart, tonify blood
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tang-Kuei)-30g -nourish heart, tonify blood
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China-Root, Poria, Hoelen)-15g.
-tonify heart Qi
Bai Zi Ren (Semen Biotae Orientalis, Arbor-Vitae Seed, Biota Seed)-30g.
-calm spirit
Suan Zao Ren (Semen Zizyphi Spinosae, Sour Jujube Seed, Zizyphus)-30g. -prevents the leakage of heart Qi
Yuan Zhi (Radix Polygalae Tenuifoliae, Chinese Senega Root, Polygala)-15g.
-calm spirit
Wu Wei Zi (Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis, Schisandra Fruit)-30g.
-prevents the leakage of heart Qi
Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi Grandifori, Balloon Flower Root, Platycodon)-15g.
-directs herbs towards the chest
Zhu Sha (Cinnabaris, Cinnabar)-15g.
-anchors and calms the spirit
Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Main Actions for Xiao Chai Hu Tang
This chinese medicine herbal formula harmonizes and releases the lesser yang-stage disorders. It will balance the liver and spleen.
This formula is designed to treat half exterior and half interior disease where there is a struggle between pathogenic Qi (evil Qi) and ying Qi (normal Qi).
Indications and Symptoms for Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Alternating fever and chills, dry throat, bitter/sour taste in ones mouth, chest fullness, hypochondria distention, dizziness, irritability, didgety, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite
Tongue thin coat
Pulse wiry
Medicinal Ingredients of Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri, HareEar Root, Thorowax Root)-24g. -Clears lesser yang disorders with fever, chills, bitter taste, irritable Soothes liver qi stagnation, tonify spleen and stomach
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis, Baical Skullcap Root, Scutellaria, Scute) -9g.
-Clears heat in upper burner and dry damp in stomach, stops bleeding, calms fetus, clears liver yang rising
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome)-24g.
-Dry dampness, warms cold and clears phlegm, harmonize stomach, reduce nodules
Sheng Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens, Fresh Ginger Rhizome)-9g.
-Release exterior cold, disperse middle jiao cold, disperse cold phlegm in lung, adjust ying and wei level qi for sweating
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root) - 9g.
-Tonify yuan qi, tonify lung qi, tonify spleen qi, generate fluids, aids heart qi
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 9g.
-Harmonize herbal formulas, moisten lung, tonify spleen/stomach
Da Zao (Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae Chinese Date, Jujube)-12 pieces
-Tonify spleen qi, nourish blood, calm spirit
Xiao Qing Long Tang
This chinese medicine herbal formula is used to release the exterior, transform stagnated fluids, warm the lungs and direct rebel Qi downward.
Indications and symptoms for Xiao Qing Long Tang
fever, chills (more predominant), no sweating, coughing, wheezing, sputum, copious white stringy phlegm, difficult to expectorate phlegm, fullness sensation in the chest, heaviness of the body, body aches, no thirst
Tongue moist coating
Pulse floating, tight
Medicinal Ingredients of Xiao Qing Long Tang
Ma Huang (Herba Ephedrae, Ephedra Stem, Ma-huang)-9g.
-releases the exterior, stops wheezing, moves water, aids lung Qi
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon, Cassia Twig)-9g.
-release the exterior
Gan Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis, Dried Ginger Rhizome, Dried Ginger)-9g.
-warm interior, transform congested fluids, release the exterior
Xi Xin (Herba Cum Radice Asari, Chinese Wild Ginger, Asarum)-9g.
-warm interior, transform congested fluids, release the exterior, promotes lung Qi movement
Wu Wei Zi (Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis, Schisandra Fruit)-9g.
-stops lung Qi leakage
Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae, Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony)-9g.
-nourish blood, tonify ying Qi
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome)-9g.
-transforms congested fluids, harmonizes stomach
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)-9g.
-tonifies Qi, harmonizes other herbs
Xiao Yao San
This chinese medicine herbal formula is to regulate the liver Qi, tonify the spleen and nourish blood. The formula is best suited for liver Qi stagnation with concomitant blood deficiency. When the liver Qi is stagnated its control over the spleen becomes excessive creating spleen deficiency and therefore blood deficiency. Indications and Symptoms for Xiao Yao San
hypochondriac pain, headache, vertigo, bitter taste in the mouth, dry mouth, dry throat, fatigue, poor appetite, irregular menstruation, distended breasts, alternating fever and chills
Tongue pale red body
Pulse wiry, deficient
Medicinal Ingredients of Xiao Yao San
Chai Hu Radix Bupleuri, Hares Ear Root, Thorowax Root) - 9g.
-relieves liver stagnation
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, tang-kuei) - 9g.
-nourish blood
Bai ShaoYao (Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, White Peony Root, Peony) - 9g.
-nourish blood
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, Atractylodes Rhizome) - 9g.
-tonify spleen
Fu Ling (Sclertium Poriae Cocos, China-root, Poria, Hoelen) - 9g.
-tonify spleen, drain dampness
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root) - 6g.
-tonify spleen, harmonize herbs in formula, relieves abdominal spasm
Xing Su San
This TCM herbal formulas function is to gently release exterior cool dryness, regulate lung Qi and transform stagnated fluids. This chinese medicine formula is best suited for conditions where there is externally contracted cool dryness interfering with functions of the lungs (descending and ascending).
Indications and symptoms for Xing Su San slight headache, chills, no sweating, cough, watery sputum, stuffy nose, dry throat
Tongue dry white coat
Pulse wiry
Medicinal Ingredients of Xing Su San
Zi Su Ye (Folium Perillae Frutescentis, Perilla Leaf)-6g.
-release exterior cold, induce sweat
Qian Hu (Radix Peucedani, Hogfennel Root, Peucedanum)-6g.
-direct Qi downward, release exterior
Xing Ren (Semen Pruni Armeniacae, Apricot Seed or Kernel) - 6g.
-regulates lung Qi, stops cough
Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi Grandiflori, Balloon Flower root, Platycodon)-6g.
-promotes lung Qi descending function, stop cough
Zhi Ke (Fructus Citri Aurantii, Bitter Orange Fruit, Ripe Fruit)-6g.
-promotes Qi movement, stop cough, regulates Qi
Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae, Tangerine Peel, Citrus)-6g.
-regulate middle jiao Qi, expel phlegm
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China Root, Poria, Hoelen)-6g.
-regulate middle jiao Qi, expel phlegm
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome) - 6g.
-regulate middle jiao Qi, expel phlegm
Sheng Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens, Fresh Ginger Rhizome) - 6g.
-harmonize other herbs in formula, regulate ying and wei Qi levels
Da Zao (Fructus Ziziphi Jujubae, Chinese Date, Jujube)-2 pieces
-harmonize other herbs in formula, regulate ying and wei Qi levels
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)-3g.
-harmonize other herbs in formula, regulate ying and wei Qi levels
Yi Guan Jian
The functions of this Chinese medicine herbal formula are to nourish the yin fluids while regulating and soothing the liver Qi. The TCM formula is best suited in conditions of liver and kidney yin deficiency with concurrent Qi stagnation.
Indications and Symptoms for Yi Guan Jian
hypochondriac pain, discomfort within the chest, abdominal distention, dry mouth, dry throat, acid reflux (heart burn)
Tongue red dry
Pulse frail, deficient, wiry, thin Medicinal Ingredients of Yi Guan Jian
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia) - 18-45g.
-nourish blood, nourish kidney yin
Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii, Chinese Wolfberry Fruit, Lycium) - 9-18g.
-nourish blood, nourish kidney yin
Sha Shen (Radix Adenophorae seu Glehniae, Adenophora, Glehnia Root) - 9g.
-nourish lung and stomach yin
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber) - 9g.
-nourish lung and stomach yin
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tang-kuei)-9g.
-nourish and invigorate blood
Chuan Lian Zi (Fructus Meliae Toosendan, Sichuan Chinaberry, Melia) - 4.5g.
-soothe and regulate liver Qi
Yu Ping Feng San
The functions of this traditional chinese medicine formula are to tonify Qi and stabilize the exterior while stopping sweating. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of wei Qi deficiency.
Indications and Symptoms for Yu Ping Feng San
Aversion to wind and drafts, spontaneous sweating, recurrent colds, shiny pale complexion
Tongue pale, white coat
Pulse floating, deficient, soft
Medicinal Ingredients of Yu Ping Feng San
Huang Qi (Radix Astragali Membranaceus, Milk-vetch Root, Astragalus) - 30g.
-tonify Qi, stabilize exterior aspects of the lungs and spleen
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaelae, White Atractylodes Rhizome)- 60g.
-tonify spleen Qi
Fang Feng (Radix Ledebouriellae, Ledebouriella Root, Siler) - 60g.
-expels wind, stabilizes exterior
You Gui Wan
The functions of this Chinese medicine herbal formula is to warm and tonify the kidney yang Qi, replenish kidney essence and nourish the blood. This TCM herbal formula is best suited for conditions of kidney yang deficiency with waning of the kidney fire at the gate of vitality.
Indications and Symptoms for You Gui Wan
Exhaustion from chronic illness, aversion to cold, coolness of the extremities, impotence, spermatorrhea, achoing and weakness of the lower back and knees, infertility, loose stools, incontinence and edema of lower extremities
Tongue pale, puffy
Pulse weak, deep or floating Medicinal
Ingredients of You Gui Wan
Fu Zi (Radix Lateralis Aconiti Camichaeli, Szechuan Aconite Root, Aconite) - 60-80g.
-warm and tonify kidney yang
Rou Gui (Cortex cinnamomi Cassiae, Cinnamon Bark) - 60-120g.
-warm and tonify kidney yang
Lu Jiao Jiao (Gelatinum Cornu Cervi, Mature Deer Antler Glue) - 120g.
-warm and tonify kidney yang, nourish essence and marrow
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae, Rehmannia) - 240g.
-nourish kidney yin and liver blood
Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis, Asiatic Comelian Cherry Fruit, Cornus) - 90g.
-nourish kidney yin and liver, aids spleen Qi and blood
ShanYao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae, Chinese Yam, Dioscorea) - 120g.
-nourish spleen Qi, aids blood and essence
Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii, Chinese Wolfberry Fruit, Lycium) - 120g.
-nourish kidney yin and liver
Tu Si Zi (Semen Cuscutae Chinensis, Chinese Dodder Seeds, Cuscuta) - 120g.
-nourish kidney yin and liver
Du Zhong (Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoidis, Eucommia Bark) - 120g.
-nourish kidney yin and liver
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, Tang-kuei) - 90g.
-tonify liver blood, invigorates blood
Yin Qiao San
This chinese medicine herbal formula is mainly used to expel wind heat and detoxify. It is a great formula for the common cold with a sore throat and a greater fever than chills.
Indications and Symptoms for Yin Qiao San
Fever, sore throat, slight chills, headache, nasal congestion, yellow mucus, cough
Tongue greasy yellow coating
Pulse slippery rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Yin Qiao San
Jin Yin Hua (Flos Lonicerae Japonicae, Honeysuckle Flower, Lonicera)
-release exterior heat, clear toxicity and clear heat
Lian Qiao (Fructus Forsythiae Suspensae, Forsythia Fruit)
-release exterior heat, clear toxicity and clear heat
Jie Geng (Radix Platycodi Grandiflori, Balloon Flower Root, Platycodon)
-spread lung Qi, aids throat function
Niu Bang Zi (Fructus Arctii Lappae, Great Burdock Fruit, Arctium)
-spread lung Qi, aids throat function
Bo He (Herba Menthae Haplocalycis, Field Mint, Mentha)
-release exterior heat
Dan Dou Chi (Semen Sojae Praeparatum, Prepared Soybean)
-release exterior heat
Jing Jie (Herba Seu Flos Schizonepetae, Schizonepeta Stem or Bud)
-release exterior
Dan Zhu Ye (Spica Prunellae Vulgaris, Selfheal Spike, Prunella)
-generates fluids, alleviates thirst
Lu Gen (Rhizoma Phragmitis Communis, Reed Rhizome)
-generates fluids, alleviates thirst
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)
-generates fluids, alleviates thirst
Zeng Ye Cheng Qi Tang
This tcm formula will enrich the yin, generate fluids, drain heat and unblock the bowels
Indications and symptoms for Zheng Ye Cheng Qi Tang
Severe constipation with yin deficiency, night sweats, malar flush, 5 centre heat sensation, dry stools
Medicinal Ingredients of Zheng Ye Cheng Qi Tang
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae, Ningpo Figwort Root, Scrophularia)-30g.
-Sweet, salty bitter, cold, clear heat in blood, nourish yin, relieve toxicity, soften hardness
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber)-24g.
-Sweet, bitter, cold, moisten lung, nourish stomach yin, moisten intestines, clears heat
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia)-24g.
-Sweet bitter cold, clear blood heat, nourish yin, cools heart fire
Da Huang (Radix Et Rhizoma Rhei, Rhubarb Root and Rhizome) - 9g.
-Bitter, cold, clears heat from blood, purge accumulations, invigorate blood, drains damp
Mang Xiao (Mirabilitum, Mirabilite, Glaubers Salt)-4.5g.
-Salty, pungent, bitter, cold, purge accumulations, guides out stagnation, soften hardness, clears heat
Zeng Ye Tang
This herbal formula is able to generate fluids, moisten dryness and unblock the bowels
Indications and symptoms for Zeng Ye Tang
Acute conditions where constipation and thirst are primary symptoms.
Medicinal Ingredients of Zeng Ye Tang
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae, Ningpo Figwort Root, Scrophularia)-30g.
-nourish yin, generates fluids, moistens dryness, clears heat
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici, Ophiopogon Tuber )-24 g.
-moistens yin
Sheng Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae, Chinese Foxglove Root, Rehmannia)-24g.
-nourish yin, clears heat
Zhu Ling Tang
This TCM herbal formulas functions are to promote urination to clear heat while nourishing the yin. The formula is best suited in conditions where cold has damaged the Yang Ming and Shao Yin meridians creating stagnation of water and creation of heat.
Indications and Symptoms for Zhu Ling Tang
Urinary difficulty, fever, thirst, diarrhea, cough, nausea, irritability, insomnia
Medicinal Ingredients of Zhu Ling Tang
Zhu Ling (Sclerotium Polypori Umbellati, Polyporus Sclerotium) - 3g.
-promote water transportation, promotes urination
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China Root, Poria, Hoelen) - 3g.
-tonify spleen Qi, promotes urination, harmonizes the stomach
Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalitis, Water Plantain Rhizome, Alisma) - 3g.
-regulates water transportation, promotes urination
Hua Shi (Talcum, Talcum) - 3g.
-clears heat, promotes urination
E Jiao (Gelatinum Corii Asini, Ass-hide Glue, Gelatin) - 3g.
-tonify yin, prevents excessive urination
Zuo Gui Wan
The function of this TCM herbal formula is to nourish the kidney yin. This chinese medicine formula is best suited for conditions of true kidney yin deficiency with some degree of internal fire.
Indications and Symptoms for Zuo Gui Yin
Lower back soreness, spontaneous emission (seminal), night sweat, dry mouth, dry throat, thirst with desire to drink
Tongue shiny, peeled
Pulse thin, rapid
Medicinal Ingredients of Zuo Gui Wan
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae, Rehmannia) - 6-60g.
-nourish kidney yin
Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae, Chinese Yam, Dioscorea) - 6g.
-nourish yin, tonify spleen
Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii, Chinese Wolfberry Fruit, Lycium) - 6g.
-nourish liver blood
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China Root, Poria, Hoelen) - 6g.
-tonify spleen Qi
Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis, Asiatic Comelian Cherry Fruit, Cornus) - 3-6g.
-nourish liver blood
Zhi Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Honey Fried Licorice Root) - 3g.
-tonify spleen Qi