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Huai Jiao Wan

槐角丸

Also known as:

Sophora Japonicae Fruit Pill , Pagoda three pods Pill

Formula Composition

Huai jiao
Huai jiao
Fang Feng
Fang Feng
Huang Qin
Huang Qin
Dang Gui
Dang Gui
Zhi Ke
Zhi Ke
Di yu
Di yu
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King
Main ingredient
Assistant
Supports

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Clears heat from the Intestines
  2. Stops bleeding
  3. Disperses wind
  4. Regulates Qi

Patterns Treated

Heat in Uterus Blood

Historical Origin

Formulary of the Pharmacy Service for Benefiting the People in the Taiping Era (1107 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Huai Jiao Wan

Main Actions

Clears heat from the Intestines
Stops bleeding
Disperses wind
Regulates Qi

Key TCM Concepts

Huai Jiao Wan is a 6-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Pagoda Tree Pods (Huai jiao) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1107 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that stop bleeding. Its main actions are: 1) clears heat from the Intestines and 2) stops bleeding.

 

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 Huai Jiao Wan is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Heat in Uterus Blood. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as heavy menstruation, hemorrhoids or bleeding hemorrhoids for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Heat in Uterus Blood

Common Applications

Heavy menstruation Hemorrhoids Bleeding hemorrhoids Rectal prolapse

Ingredients in Huai Jiao Wan

Detailed information about each herb in Huai Jiao Wan and their roles

Kings
Assistants
Huai jiao
Huai jiao

Pagoda tree pods

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Large Intestine, Liver
Parts Used The dried ripe fruits
Role in Huai Jiao Wan
Huai jiao clears Damp Heat from the Intestines, drains Heat and clears the Intestines, cools the Blood, and also stops bleeding.
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Fang Feng
Fang Feng

Saposhnikovia roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Huai Jiao Wan
Fang Feng promotes the Qi movement and thus calms the Intestines. It focuses on the Intestines and enters the Blood level to move Qi.
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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 Huai Jiao Wan
In general Huang Qin's main actions are as follows: "Expels Heat and Dampness. Clears Upper Burner Heat, especially of the Lung. Clears Heat and stops reckless movement of Blood. Clears pathogenic Heat which is upsetting the fetus. Cools the Liver, reducing Liver Yang rising syndrome."

In the context of Huai Jiao Wan, it is used because it clears Heat and drains Fire. It prevent the Yang from rising in the Liver Channel.
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Dang Gui
Dang Gui

Dong quai

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Huai Jiao Wan
In general Dang Gui's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Blood. Lubricates the Intestines. Relieve constipation. Promotes circulation and dispels Bi Pain. Reduce Dysmenorrhea and help with irregular menstruation."

In the context of Huai Jiao Wan, it is used because it stops chronic bleeding that is caused by Qi and Blood Deficiency.
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Zhi Ke
Zhi Ke

Bitter oranges

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent, Sour
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Huai Jiao Wan
In general Zhi Ke's main actions are as follows: "To regulate the flow of Qi, remove its stagnation, and alleviate distension."

In the context of Huai Jiao Wan, it is used because it promotes the movement of Qi and thereby relaxes the Intestines.
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Di yu
Di yu

Sanguisorba roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Sour
Organ Affinity Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver
Parts Used The dried root
Role in Huai Jiao Wan
In general Di yu's main actions are as follows: "Reduces Heat in the Blood, drains Damp-Heat and stops bleeding. Stops diarrhea. Applied topically it reduces inflammation and aids in wound healing."

In the context of Huai Jiao Wan, it is used because it treats chronic or profuse rectal bleeding.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Huai Jiao Wan

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

Herb-Drug Interactions

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