Chronic Hepatitis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different chronic hepatitis patterns according to TCM theory
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Chronic hepatitis, also known as chronic active hepatitis or persistent hepatitis, is a long-term inflammation of the liver that lasts for six months or longer. This condition can lead to progressive liver damage, including fibrosis and cirrhosis, if not properly managed. Chronic hepatitis can be caused by various factors, such as viral infections (like hepatitis B and C), autoimmune diseases, alcohol abuse, and certain medications. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent serious complications and maintain liver function over time.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), chronic hepatitis is viewed through the lens of patterns of disharmony rather than a singular disease entity. TCM practitioners believe that symptoms of chronic hepatitis arise from underlying imbalances in the body's Qi, Blood, and other vital substances. Identifying the correct pattern of disharmony is essential for effective treatment, as it allows for a personalized approach that addresses both the symptoms and their root causes.
Herbal Formulas for Chronic Hepatitis
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address chronic hepatitis
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Moves Qi and Alleviates Pain
- Disperses Accumulations and Dissipates Nodules
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
Yi Guan Jian
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Nourishes Blood and Softens the Liver
- Generates Fluids
- Courses the Liver and Drains Heat
Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting
- Disperses clumping and eliminates focal distention
- Harmonizes Cold and Heat
- Opens with acrid and descends with bitter
- Tonifies the Middle and Augments Qi
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle and Augments Qi
- Raises sunken Yang
- Lifts Sunken Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Clears Heat from deficiency (sweet-warm method)
Chai Hu Gui Jiang Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the Shaoyang
- Warms Yang and Transforms Fluid Retention
- Disperses Cold
- Nourishes Yin and Generates Fluids
- Dissipates Nodules and Softens Hardness
Chai Hu Gui Zhi Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the Shaoyang
- Harmonizes the Nutritive and Defensive Qi
- Releases the Exterior and Warms the Interior
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Spleen and Stomach
Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Transforms and Expels Blood Stasis
- Invigorates Blood and Unblocks the Channels and Collaterals
- Clears Heat from Blood Stasis
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Removes Stasis and Generates New Blood
Huang Lian Wen Dan Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Clears Heat and Transforms Phlegm
- Clears Liver and Gallbladder Heat
- Harmonizes the Stomach and Stops Vomiting
- Regulates Qi and resolves turbidity
- Calms the Spirit and Relieves Restlessness
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney Yin
- Supplements Liver and Spleen Yin
- Benefits Essence and Fills the Marrow
- Clears Deficiency Heat
- Drains Dampness and Resolves Turbidity
Shen Ling Bai Zhu San
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Stops Diarrhea
- Tonifies Lung Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Si Jun Zi Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Promotes transportation and transformation
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood and Calms the Spirit
- Clears deficiency Heat and eliminates irritability
- Nourishes Liver Blood
- Calms the Heart and Quiets the Spirit
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
Wei Ling Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Dries Dampness and strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Urination and Drains Dampness
- Regulates Qi and Harmonizes the Middle Burner
- Warms Yang and Transforms Qi
- Transforms Water-Dampness
Wen Dan Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Regulates Qi and Transforms Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder and Stomach Heat
- Dries Dampness
- Stops vomiting and eliminates irritability
Wu Zhu Yu Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner and tonifies deficiency
- Directs Rebellious Qi Downward and Stops Vomiting
- Warms the Liver Channel and Dispels Cold
- Warms the Interior and Dispels Cold
Xiao Jian Zhong Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Relaxes Spasms and Relieves Urgency
- Harmonizes Yin and Yang
- Nourishes the Spleen and Stomach
- Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen
- Tonifies Qi and Generates Blood
Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Descends Qi
- Resolves Phlegm
- Tonifies Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
- Eliminates Focal Distention
Xuan Fu Hua Tang
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Warms and Unblocks Yang
- Opens the Chest and Disperses Stagnation
- Descends Qi and Resolves Binding
- Soothes the Liver and Regulates Qi
Yue Ju Wan
Traditional formula for chronic hepatitis
Main Actions
- Moves Qi and Resolves Stagnation
- Resolves the Six Stagnations (Liu Yu)
- Invigorates Blood and Dispels Stasis
- Clears Heat and Drains Fire
- Dries Dampness and strengthens the Spleen
- Promotes Digestion and Resolves Food Stagnation