Coronary Artery Disease in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different coronary artery disease patterns according to TCM theory
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Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart disease, is the most common type of cardiovascular disease. It occurs when the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become hardened and narrowed due to the buildup of cholesterol and other materials, known as plaque. This can reduce blood flow to the heart, leading to symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and, in severe cases, heart attacks. Coronary artery disease is a leading cause of death worldwide, making its prevention and treatment critical components of cardiovascular health management.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views coronary artery disease not just as a problem of the heart or blood vessels but as a manifestation of deeper imbalances within the body's vital energy, or Qi. According to TCM, the health of the heart is connected to the overall harmony of internal organs and the circulation of Qi and Blood. Disease arises when there is stagnation or imbalance in these energies, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to diagnosis and treatment that restores balance and enhances the body’s natural healing abilities.
Herbal Formulas for Coronary Artery Disease
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address coronary artery disease
Gui Zhi Ren Shen Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Releases the Exterior
- Warms the Interior
- Augments the Qi
- Eliminates focal distention
Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Warms and transforms Phlegm-Fluids
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Resolves Dampness
Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Clears Heat and relieves acute conditions of the Gallbladder
- Relieves acute Damp-Heat syndromes
- Resolves Phlegm
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Augments the Qi
- Warms and harmonizes the channels
- Unblocks painful obstruction
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Sheng Mai San
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Augments Qi
- Supplies the Yin
- Stops excessive sweating
- Generates Body Fluids
Si Ni San
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Regulates Liver and Spleen
- Eliminates Internal Heat
Xuan Fu Hua Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Unblocks the Yang
- Expands the chest
- Removes and transforms Stagnation
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Invigorates the Blood
- Dispels blood Stagnation
- Spreads the Liver Qi
- Unblocks the channels
Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Pacifies the Liver
- Extinguishes Wind
- Nourishes the Yin
- Anchors the Yang
Zhi Gan Cao Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Augments the Qi
- Nourishes Yin
- Nourishes the Blood
- Restores the pulse
Zhi Zi Chi Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Clears Heat
- Alleviates restlessness and irritability
Dang Gui Si Ni Tang
Traditional formula for coronary artery disease
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- Warms the Channels
- Disperses Cold
- Nourishes the Blood
- Unblocks the Blood vessels