Formula Liver Yang Rising

Gēng Nián An 2

更年安 2

Also known as:

Menopause Peace formula , Calms Menopause formula

Formula Composition

Long Chi
Long Chi
Di Huang
Di Huang
Gou Teng
Gou Teng
Ju Hua
Ju Hua
Bai Shao
Bai Shao
Huang Qin
Huang Qin
Da Huang
Da Huang
Mo han lian
Mo han lian
Nu Zhen Zi
Nu Zhen Zi
Suan Zao Ren
Suan Zao Ren
He Huan Pi
He Huan Pi
Lian Zi
Lian Zi
Wu Wei Zi
Wu Wei Zi
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Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Nourishes Liver-Kidney Yin
  2. Clears Heart Fire and drains Heat Downward
  3. Calms the Mind
  4. Softens and Nourishes Liver
  5. Stops Sweating

Patterns Treated

Liver Yang Rising, Heart Fire blazing

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Gēng Nián An 2

Main Actions

Nourishes Liver-Kidney Yin
Clears Heart Fire and drains Heat Downward
Calms the Mind
Softens and Nourishes Liver
Stops Sweating

Key TCM Concepts

Geng Nian An 2 is designed for the acute, onset stage of menopausal symptoms when Liver Yang and Heart Fire are prominent.

The formula prioritizes symptom control through heavy Yang-anchoring substances (Long Chi), direct Heat-clearing (Huang Qin), and downward-purging (Da Huang), while still providing underlying Yin support through the Er Zhi Wan combination (Han Lian Cao + Nu Zhen Zi).

Once acute symptoms are controlled, patients should transition to Geng Nian An 1 for maintenance. This formula is not suitable for long-term use due to its cold, draining nature.

TCM Patterns Addressed

Common Applications

Hot Flashes During Menopause Menopause syndrome Irritability Emotional Agitation Insomnia Agitation & Restlessness Headache Dizziness Tinnitus Heart Palpitations Night sweat Constipation with dry stools Bitter taste in the mouth Dream disturbed sleep Acute menopausal flare-ups Perimenopause Symptoms Menopausal hypertension Menopausal anxiety

Ingredients in Gēng Nián An 2

Detailed information about each herb in Gēng Nián An 2 and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Long Chi
Long Chi

Dragon tooth

Temperature Cool
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used Fossilized teeth
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Long Chi is very heavy substance that powerfully anchors rising Liver Yang and sedates Heart Fire. It is the primary Mind-calming agent.
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Di Huang
Di Huang

Unprepared Rehmannia

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Prepared dried root tuber
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Sheng Di huang clears Heat from the Heart and Liver. It nourishes the Yin to address the root Deficiency allowing Yang to rise.
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Gou Teng
Gou Teng

Gambir stems and thorns

Temperature Cool
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried stems and thorns from the branches
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Gou Teng pacifies Liver Yang, extinguishes internal Wind so as to address headache, dizziness, irritability.
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Ju Hua
Ju Hua

Chrysanthemum flowers

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried capitulum
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Ju Hua clears Liver Heat, calms Liver Yang and benefits head and eyes.
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Bai Shao
Bai Shao

White peony roots

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sour
Organ Affinity Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Bai Shao nourishes Liver Blood, softens and restrains Liver Yang. It also prevents Liver Qi Stagnation.
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Huang Qin
Huang Qin

Baikal skullcap roots

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Large Intestine, Lungs, Small Intestine, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Huang Qin clears Heat from Upper Burner: drains Heart and Liver Fire.
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Da Huang
Da Huang

Rhubarb

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Da Huang purges Heat downward. It draws Fire out through the bowels and prevents Heat from accumulating.
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Mo han lian
Mo han lian

Eclipta herbs

Temperature Cold
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried aerial part
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Mo han lian nourishes Liver-Kidney Yin and cools Blood. This is half of Er Zhi Wan
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Nu Zhen Zi
Nu Zhen Zi

Glossy privet fruits

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried fruit
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Nu Zhen Zi tonifies Liver-Kidney Yin and clears empty Heat. This is the other half of Er Zhi Wan.
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Suan Zao Ren
Suan Zao Ren

Jujube seeds

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Suan Zao Ren nourishes Heart blood and calms the Mind. It is the primary herb for insomnia from Heart Blood/Yin Deficiency.
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He Huan Pi
He Huan Pi

Silktree albizia barks

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used bark
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
He Huan Pi relieves emotional constraint, calms spirit as well as treats irritability, depression, mood swings.
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Lian Zi
Lian Zi

Lotus seeds

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Spleen
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Lian Zi stabilizes Heart Qi, calms restless spirit as well as supports Spleen and Kidney.
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Wu Wei Zi
Wu Wei Zi

Schisandra berries

Temperature Warm
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Lungs
Parts Used Dried ripe fruits
Role in Gēng Nián An 2
Wu Wei Zi astringes leakage of Essence and stops sweating. It contains Heart Qi and calms spirit.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Gēng Nián An 2

This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before using any TCM herbal formula.

Contraindications

Do not use in: Pregnancy and nursing Spleen-Stomach Cold Deficiency with loose stools Predominant Yang Deficiency with cold signs Exterior patterns Use with caution in: Liver disease Patients on blood thinners Chronic digestive weakness (formula is predominantly cold and bitter) Long-term use (the cold, draining nature is intended for acute relief, not maintenance)

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Gēng Nián An 2 may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.