Formula Formulas that tonify Yin and Yang

Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

桂枝加龙骨牡蛎汤

Also known as:

Cinnamon Dragon Formula , Cinnamon and Dragon Bone Combination , Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell

Formula Composition

Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi
Bai Shao
Bai Shao
Long Gu
Long Gu
Mu Li ke
Mu Li ke
Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang
Da Zao
Da Zao
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistants
Supports
Envoy
Directs formula
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Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Rectifies relationship between Yin and Yang
  2. Harmonizes Heart and Kidney
  3. Stabilizes and secures Essence

Patterns Treated

Heart Yang Deficiency

Historical Origin

Essentials from the Golden Cabinet (220 AD)

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

Main Actions

Rectifies relationship between Yin and Yang
Harmonizes Heart and Kidney
Stabilizes and secures Essence

Key TCM Concepts

Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang is a 7-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi) and White Peony Roots (Bai Shao) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 220 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that tonify Yin and Yang. Its main actions are: 1) rectifies relationship between Yin and Yang and 2) harmonizes Heart and Kidney.

 

In Chinese Medicine health conditions are thought to arise due to "disharmonies" in the body as a system. These disharmonies are called "patterns" and the very purpose of herbal formulas is to fight them in order to restore the body's harmony.

 

In this case Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Heart Yang Deficiency. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as enuresis, urinary incontinence or premature ejaculation for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Heart Yang Deficiency

Common Applications

Enuresis Urinary incontinence Premature ejaculation Nocturnal emission Spermatorrhea Neurasthenia Neurosis Perimenopausal syndrome Hysteria Insomnia Nocturnal emissions Infertility Threatened miscarriage Chronic diarrhea Menopausal syndrome Night sweats Pediatric bronchitis Chronic urticaria Cervical spondylosis

Ingredients in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Envoys
Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi

Cinnamon twigs

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried young branches
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Gui Zhi's main actions are as follows: "Adjusts the nutritive Ying and defensive Wei Qi. Relieves the Exterior through sweating. Warms and disperses Cold. Removes obstruction of Yang. Promotes the circulation of Yang Qi in the chest. Regulates and moves blood."
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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 Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Bai Shao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Blood and preserves the Yin. Nourishes the Liver and assists in the smooth flow of Qi. Regulates the meridians and eases the pain."
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Long Gu
Long Gu

Dragon bones

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used The fossilized bone or vertebrae
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Long Gu's main actions are as follows: "Calms the spirit. Anchors ascendant Liver Yang. Stops leakage of Bodily Fluids."

In the context of Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang, it is used because it pulls the action of the formula into the Interior, particularly the Kidneys.
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Mu Li ke
Mu Li ke

Oyster shells

Temperature Cold
Taste Salty
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Gallbladder, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used The shell
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Mu Li ke's main actions are as follows: "Calms and anchors the spirit. Moistens Dryness. Softens and removes lumps. Nourish the Yin and subdues the overflowing of the Yang,"

In the context of Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang, it is used because it pulls the action of the formula into the Interior, particularly the Heart.
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Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang

Fresh ginger

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Fresh root
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Sheng Jiang's main actions are as follows: "Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold. Warms and circulates Qi in the Middle Burner. Calms a restless fetus and treats morning sickness. Treats seafood poisoning."
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Da Zao
Da Zao

Jujube dates

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Da Zao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach Qi. Tonifies the Blood. Calms the Shen (spirit). Moderates the actions of other herbs in formula."
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Gan Cao
Gan Cao

Liquorice

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In general Gan Cao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Basal Qi and nourishes the Spleen Qi. Clears Heat and dispels toxicity. Moistens the Lungsexpel phlegm and stop coughing. Relieves spasms and alleviates pain. Harmonizes and moderates the effects of other herbs."
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang

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

Contraindications

This formula is contraindicated in Excess conditions. Do not use with constrained Heat or Cold in the Interior.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.