Depression in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different depression patterns according to TCM theory
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Condition Categories
Condition Categories
Depression, a common but serious mood disorder, presents a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It affects how one feels, thinks, and handles daily activities. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks. This condition is more than just a bout of the blues; it is a chronic, incapacitating condition that may result in severe health outcomes if left untreated.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), depression is not merely a psychological issue but a systemic one. It is seen as a result of disharmony and imbalance within the body's energy system or Qi.
TCM posits that emotional well-being is intertwined with physical health; thus, identifying the unique 'pattern' of disharmony is pivotal. Treatment is tailored to the individual, aimed at restoring balance and addressing the root cause rather than just alleviating symptoms.
TCM Patterns for Depression
Qi Stagnation
Causes: Depression
Liver Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia, Mood swings, Irregular periods, Globus sensation, Pre menstrual breast distension, Pre menstrual tension, Anxiety, Anger, Melasma
Qi And Blood Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Heart Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Palpitations, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest
Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Pericardium Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Mild chest pain, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sighing, Throat lumps, Palpitations, Irritability, Loss of appetite, Weak limbs, Cold extremities
Qi-Phlegm
Depression
Along with: Globus sensation, Dysphagia, Upper abdominal oppression, Irritability, Mood swings
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Depression
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Liver Qi Stagnation invading the Stomach
Depression
Along with: Belching, Abdominal distention, Upper abdominal distension, Irritability, Dry mouth, Loss of appetite, Craving for sour foods, Dry throat, Acid reflux, Vomiting undigested food
Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Dizziness, Headaches, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer
Phlegm
Causes: Depression, Mental depression
Phlegm
Depression
Along with: Stifling sensation in the chest, Head fog, Dizziness
Phlegm-Heat
Depression
Along with: Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Qi-Phlegm
Depression
Along with: Globus sensation, Dysphagia, Upper abdominal oppression, Irritability, Mood swings
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Depression
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm Misting the Heart
Mental depression
Along with: Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia, Noisy breathing, Vomit
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Qi Deficiency
Causes: Depression
Qi and Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness
Liver Qi Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention
Lung and Heart Qi Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Shortness of breath, Coughing, Weak voice, Dislike of speaking, Pale face, Frequent colds or flu, Generalized fatigue, Palpitations, Spontaneous sweat, Sighing
Spleen Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Weak limbs, Edema
Stomach Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Dizziness, Headaches, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer
Blood Deficiency
Causes: Depression
Qi and Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Dizziness, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness
Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Tingling of limbs, Limb numbness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails
Liver Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Dizziness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Amenorrhea, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Lack of direction, Vivid dreaming
Spleen Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth
Yin Deficiency
Causes: Depression
Lung Yin Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Heart Yin Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Kidney Yin Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety
Liver Yin Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Dry eyes, Night blindness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull pale complexion, Flushed cheekbones, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Lack of direction, Night sweats, Vivid dreaming, Afternoon fever, Hot palms and soles, Preference for sipping
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
Depression
Along with: Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Palpitations, Frequent urination
Stomach Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Heat
Causes: Depression, Mental depression
Phlegm-Heat
Depression
Along with: Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Depression
Along with: Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Stomach Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Yang Deficiency
Causes: Depression
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Lower back pain, Weak and cold knees, Back cold sensation, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Watery ejaculate, Low sex drive, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Clear urination, Nocturia, Apathy, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distention, Desire to lie down
Kidney Yang Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
Depression
Along with: Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Palpitations, Frequent urination
Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Abdominal pain that worsens with cold, Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Dizziness, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Coughing, Vomit
Blood Stasis
Causes: Depression
Qi And Blood Stagnation
Depression
Along with: Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma
Heart Vessel obstructed
Depression
Along with: Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Restlessness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Heart pain, Chest pain, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness, Dislike of speaking, Cold extremities, Sighing, Purple lips, Purple nails, Purple face
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Lack of direction
Mind Disturbance
Causes: Mental depression
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression, Stifling sensation in the chest, Chest pain, Rapid breath
Phlegm Misting the Heart
Mental depression
Along with: Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia, Noisy breathing, Vomit
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
Mental depression
Along with: Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Incoherent or confused speech, Confusion, Rash behaviour, Uncontrolled laughing or crying, Verbal aggression, Talking to oneself, Depression, Dull shallow face, Aggression
Qi Sinking
Causes: Depression, Mental depression
Spleen Qi Sinking
Depression
Along with: Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking
Mental depression
Along with: Uterine prolapse, Prolapsed bladder, Stomach prolapse, Nephroptosis, Anus prolapse, Bearing down sensation in abdomen, Hemorrhoids, Chronic diarrhea, Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary incontinence, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Intestines prolapse, Vaginal prolapse
Essence Deficiency
Causes: Depression
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth
Cold
Causes: Depression
Stomach Deficiency
Depression
Along with: Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Dampness
Causes: Depression
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
Depression
Along with: Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness
Herbal Formulas for Depression
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address depression
Si Wu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Restores and nourishes Blood
- Stimulates Blood circulation
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi
- Removes Dampness
- Moves Qi
- Alleviates pain
- Strengthens the Spleen and Harmonizes the Stomach,
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Stomach Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Er Chen Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Dries Damp and dispels Phlegm
- Regulates Qi and harmonizes the Middle Burner (Stomach and Spleen)
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Stomach Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Mai Men Dong Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Stomach
- Generates Body Fluids
- Directs Rebellious Qi downward
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Stomach Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Nausea or vomiting, Generalized fatigue, Chills, Loss of appetite, Dry mouth, Morning sickness
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi of the Spleen and Stomach (Middle Burner)
- Raises the Yang
- Detoxifies
- Lifts what has sunken
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite...
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
Spleen Qi Sinking
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating
Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Uterine prolapse, Prolapsed bladder, Stomach prolapse, Nephroptosis, Anus prolapse, Bearing down sensation in abdomen...
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the yin and nourishes the Kidneys
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Amenorrhea...
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Di Tan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Removes Phlegm
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Tonifies Qi
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Vessel obstructed
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Restlessness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Heart pain, Chest pain...
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Huang Lian Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Hot Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder Heat
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Gui Pi Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and nourish Qi and Blood
- Tonifies Heart and Spleen
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Spleen Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Pale face, Weak limbs, Diarrhea...
Wen Dan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Gallbladder
- Regulates Qi
- Harmonizes the Stomach
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Stifling sensation in the chest, Head fog, Dizziness
Phlegm-Heat
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Gun Tan Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Drains Fire and Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Zhi Bao Dan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Resolves toxicity
- Transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Hui Chun Dan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Opens the sensory orifices
- Arrests spasms and convulsions
- Clears Heat and transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm Fire harassing the Pericardium
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Sheng Tie Luo Yin
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Sedates the Heart
- Clears Phlegm
- Clears Fire
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Fire harassing the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Flushed face, Bitter taste in the mouth, Noisy breathing, Restlessness, Insomnia...
Xiao Yao San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Harmonizes the function of Liver and Spleen
- Relieves Liver Qi stagnation
- Nourishes the Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled...
Dang Gui Di Huang Yin
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Tonifies Kidney and Liver Yin
- Regulates the menstrual cycle
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Amenorrhea...
Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Nourishes the Heart
- Calms the Mind
- Warms Yang
- Strengthens the Spleen and Lungs
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Ding Zhi Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Heart Qi
- Pacifies timidity
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Er Xian Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Yin and tonifies Yang of the Kidneys
- Clears Empty Heat
- Regulates the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability...
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates the Blood
- Dispels blood Stagnation
- Spreads the Liver Qi
- Unblocks the channels
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Vessel obstructed
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Restlessness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Heart pain, Chest pain...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood
- Eliminates Blood Stagnation below the diaphragm
- Stops pain
- Promotes Qi movement
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
He Che Da Zao Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Kidneys
- Strengthens the Directing and Penetrating Vessels
- Regulates the periods
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Dizziness, Amenorrhea...
Shi Quan Da Bu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Qi
- Warms and tonifies Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi and Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations...
Ding Chuan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Lung Heat
- Descends Lung Qi
- Relief wheezing and cough
- Transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Kidney Yin and Essence
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Beautifies hair
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Chai Hu Shu Gan San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Disperses Stagnant Liver Qi and Blood
- Alleviates pain
- Harmonizes Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Vessel obstructed
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Restlessness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Heart pain, Chest pain...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Blood and regulates the Liver
- Moves Qi and Blood in the lower abdomen
- Stops pain
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Suan Zao Ren Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood
- Calms the Mind and eliminates irritability
- Clears Heat
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Heat
- Transforms Phlegm
- Directs Rebellious Qi downwards
- Stops coughing
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm-Heat
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Upper abdominal oppression, Mucous in feces
Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Expels Cold and warm the menstruation Blood
- Stops pain
- Invigorates Blood
- Dispels Blood stagnation
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Bu Gan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and regulates the Blood
- Nourishes the Liver Yin
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Cang Fu Dao Tan Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Dampness and Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Wu Yao Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Pacifies the Liver
- Moves Qi
- Stops pain
- Nourishes Liver Blood
- Eliminates Stagnation
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Resolves Damp-Phlegm
- Nourishes Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest...
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver and Spleen Qi Stagnation
- Tonifies Spleen
- Clears Deficient Heat
- Nourishes the blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Su He Xiang Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and aromatically opens the sensory orifices
- Promotes the movement of Qi
- Transforms turbidity
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Phlegm Misting the Heart
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Confusion, Loss of consciousness, Hypersomnia, Incoherent or confused speech, Slurred speech, Aphasia...
Wei Jing Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears heat from the Lungs
- Transforms Phlegm
- Drives out Blood-Stagnation
- Discharges pus
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Regulates the flow of Qi,
- Clears Phlegm
- Treats esophageal spasm
- Descends Rebellious Qi
- Dissipates clumps
- Relieves Stagnation
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest
Phlegm
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Stifling sensation in the chest, Head fog, Dizziness
Liver Qi Stagnation invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Belching, Abdominal distention, Upper abdominal distension, Irritability, Dry mouth, Loss of appetite...
Pericardium Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Mild chest pain, Chest distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sighing, Throat lumps, Palpitations...
Qi-Phlegm
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Globus sensation, Dysphagia, Upper abdominal oppression, Irritability, Mood swings
Yue Ju Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes the movement of Qi
- Releases all types of Stagnation (Qi, Blood, Phlegm, Fire, Food and Dampness)
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Phlegm
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Stifling sensation in the chest, Head fog, Dizziness
Yi Guan Jian
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Spreads the Liver Qi
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Jin Ling Zi San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Moves Liver Blood and Liver Qi
- Drains Liver Heat or Fire
- Stops pain
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood
- Unblocks painful obstruction
- Relieves pain
- Invigorate Qi
- Dispels Blood Stagnation
- Unblock Channels
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Shi Xiao San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates Blood
- Dispels Blood Stagnation
- Eases pain
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Qi Li San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates the blood and removes Blood Stagnation
- Invigorates Qi
- Reduces swelling and pain
- Stops bleeding
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Dan Shen Yin
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Invigorates the Blood and removes Blood Stagnation
- Promote Qi movement
- Relieves pain
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Guo Qi Yin
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the menses
- Dispels blood Stagnation
- Nourishes the blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi And Blood Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails...
Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver Fire from Stagnant Liver Qi
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Mood swings...
Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Treats the Lesser Yang Channels (Gallbladder and Triple Warmer)
- Regulates the Liver and Spleen functions
- Addresses combined Yin-Yang symptoms of External and Internal, Excess and Deficiency, and Hot and Cold
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Dizziness, Headaches, Apathy, Moving pain...
Wan Dai Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Middle Burner
- Removes Dampness
- Stops vaginal discharge
- Strengthens the Spleen
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite...
Bai He Gu Jin Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Lung and Kidney Yin
- Moistens the Lung
- Transfers Phlegm
- Clears Heat
- Reliefs Cough
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Lung Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hoarse voice, Itchy throat, Dislike of speaking, Thin chest
Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Qi
- Generates Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory...
Gua Lou San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Remove breast carbuncle (mastitis) after birth giving
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Dang Gui Si Ni Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Channels
- Disperses Cold
- Nourishes the Blood
- Unblocks the Blood vessels
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Vessel obstructed
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Restlessness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Heart pain, Chest pain...
Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Yang
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Abdominal pain that worsens with cold, Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Dizziness, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema...
Du Shen Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Original Qi
- Stabilizes from collapse
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking
How it manifests:
Mental depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Uterine prolapse, Prolapsed bladder, Stomach prolapse, Nephroptosis, Anus prolapse, Bearing down sensation in abdomen...
Yi Huang Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Dries Dampness
- Clears Heat
- Stops vaginal discharge
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Sticky vaginal discharge, Generalized fatigue, Cold extremities, Diarrhea, White vaginal discharge, Loss of appetite...
Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Enriches the Yin
- Nourishes the Blood
- Clears Heat
- Calms the Mind
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Heart Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia
Sheng Yu Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi and Blood
- Preserves the Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Xia Ru Yong Quan San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Increases breast milk supply
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Hypochondriac distention, Chest distension, Upper abdominal distension, Abdominal distention, Sighing, Melancholia...
Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Liver Blood
- Spreads the Liver Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Resolves Dampness
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Li Zhong Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Middle Burner
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Weak and cold knees, Back cold sensation, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face...
Si Jun Zi Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Lung and Heart Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Shortness of breath, Coughing, Weak voice, Dislike of speaking, Pale face, Frequent colds or flu...
Zuo Gui Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin
- Strengthens the Kidneys
- Fills the Essence
- Augments the marrow
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Zhen Zhu Mu Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Yin and Blood
- Sedates the Heart and calms the Mind
- Calms the Liver
- Anchors the yang
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Palpitations, Dizziness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety...
Zuo Jin Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Clears Liver Heat
- Directs Rebellious Qi downward
- Stops vomiting
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Qi Stagnation invading the Stomach
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Belching, Abdominal distention, Upper abdominal distension, Irritability, Dry mouth, Loss of appetite...
Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes the Blood and augments the Yin
- Moderates painful spasms
- Alleviates pain
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs...
Huan Shao Dan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Spleen, Heart and Kidneys
- Nourishes Yin and Blood
- Augments Qi
- Tonifies Yang
- Promotes Longevity
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney and Spleen Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Weak and cold knees, Back cold sensation, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face...
Bao Yuan Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies the Qi and warms the Yang
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Lung and Heart Qi Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Shortness of breath, Coughing, Weak voice, Dislike of speaking, Pale face, Frequent colds or flu...
Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yin
- Drains Fire
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Si Mo Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Promotes the movement of Qi
- Directs rebellious Qi downward
- Expands the chest and dissipates clumping
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Yang
- Warms the Kidneys and lower extremities
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Reinforces and strengthens Heart Qi
- Calms the Mind
- Nourishes and moistens the Heart Blood
- Tonifies the Kidney Yin
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation...
Qi Ge San
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Regulates Qi and removes Stagnation
- Moistens Dryness
- Transforms Phlegm
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Qi Stagnation
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
General fullness, Moving pain, Irritability, Mood swings, Sighing
You Gui Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms and tonifies Kidney Yang
- Replenishes the Essence
- Tonifies the Blood
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Qi Ju Di Huang Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin
- Improves vision
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Liver Yin Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters...
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies and warms Kidney Yang
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Strengthens the Essence
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Tu Si Zi Wan
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Prevents abnormal leakage such as urinary incontinence or seminal emissions
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Ji Chuan Jian
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Warms the Kidneys
- Nourishes the Blood
- Strengthens the Essence
- Moistens the Intestines
- Unblocks bowels
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...
Yu Lin Zhu
Addresses these depression patterns:
Main Actions
- Tonifies Kidney Yang
- Consolidates the Penetrating and Directing Vessel (Chong Mai, Ren Mai)
- Facilitating pregnancy
- Promotes Blood circulation and regulates menstruation
Addresses These Depression Pattern Variations
Kidney Yang Deficiency
How it manifests:
Depression
Accompanying symptoms:
Lower back pain, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills...