Formula Composition

Huang Lian

Rou Gui

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King

Main ingredient

Assistant

Supports

Formula Formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind

Jiao Tai Wan

交泰丸

Also known as:

Grand Communication Pill , Coptis and Cinnamon Formula

Formula Properties

Main Actions

Restores the functional communication between the Heart and the Kidneys

Patterns Treated

Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys caused by Kidney Yang Deficiency

Historical Origin

Comprehensive Medicine According to Master Han (1522 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Jiao Tai Wan

Main Actions

Restores the functional communication between the Heart and the Kidneys

Key TCM Concepts

Jiao Tai Wan is a 2-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Goldthread Rhizomes (Huang Lian) as a principal ingredient.

Invented in 1522 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind. Its main action is that it restores the functional communication between the Heart and the Kidneys.

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 Jiao Tai Wan is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized or Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys caused by Kidney Yang Deficiency. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as nervous exhaustion, autonomic dystonia or hypertension for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency
Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized
Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys caused by Kidney Yang Deficiency

Common Applications

Nervous exhaustion Autonomic dystonia Hypertension

Ingredients in Jiao Tai Wan

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

Kings

Assistants

Huang Lian

Goldthread rhizomes

Temperature Cold

Taste Bitter

Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Large Intestine, Liver, Spleen, Stomach

Parts Used Dried rhizome

Role in Jiao Tai Wan

Huang Lian clears pathogenic Heat from the Heart and thereby calms the Mind. By doing so, the ability of the Kidneys to foster a sense of inner rootedness and strength is facilitated so the normal functional relationship between those two Organs is restored. With the anxiety of the Heart and Mind quelled, the Yin is no longer threatened, Kidney Yin is able to ascend and Heart Yin is nourished.

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Rou Gui

Cinnamon bark

Temperature Hot

Taste Pungent, Sweet

Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver, Spleen

Parts Used Dried stem bark

Role in Jiao Tai Wan

Rou Gui is acrid and hot. It tonifies the Gate of Life to assist the Yang. Its warmth enters the Blood to open the vessels and facilitate the Blood movement. It also stimulates the Qi dynamic and transformation throughout the whole body.

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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Jiao Tai 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, Jiao Tai 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.