Formula Formulas for a rebellious Qi

Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang

橘皮竹茹汤

Also known as:

Citrus–Bambusa Decoction , Tangerine Peel and Bamboo Shavings Decoction

Formula Composition

Chen Pi
Chen Pi
Zhu Ru
Zhu Ru
Ren Shen
Ren Shen
Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
Da Zao
Da Zao
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistants
Supports

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Directs rebellious Qi downward
  2. Stops hiccup
  3. Augments Qi
  4. Clears heat

Patterns Treated

Rebellious Qi, Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach

Historical Origin

220 AD (Essentials from the Golden Cabinet)

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang

Main Actions

Directs rebellious Qi downward
Stops hiccup
Augments Qi
Clears heat

Key TCM Concepts

Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang is a 6-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Tangerine Peel (Chen Pi) and Bamboo Shavings (Zhu Ru) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in Essentials from the Golden Cabinet, it belongs to the category of formulas for a rebellious Qi. Its main actions are: 1) directs rebellious Qi downward and 2) stops hiccup.

 

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 Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Rebellious Qi or Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as morning sickness, incomplete pyloric obstruction or gastritis for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Rebellious Qi
  • Rebellious Liver Qi invading the Stomach

Common Applications

Morning sickness Incomplete pyloric obstruction Gastritis Hiccups

Ingredients in Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Chen Pi
Chen Pi

Tangerine peel

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried pericarp of the ripe fruit
Role in Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
In general Chen Pi's main actions are as follows: "Warms the Spleen and regulates the Middle Burner Qi. Dries Dampness and disperses Phlegm from the Lungs and Middle Burner. Reduces the potential for Stagnation caused by tonifying herbs."

In the context of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang, it is used because it harmonizes the Stomach and stops hiccup.
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Zhu Ru
Zhu Ru

Bamboo shavings

Temperature Cool
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Stomach, Lungs
Parts Used Dried middle shavings
Role in Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
In general Zhu Ru's main actions are as follows: "Clears Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs. Clears Heat in the Stomach and stops vomiting. Cools the Blood and stops bleeding."

In the context of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang, it is used because it clears Heat, calms the Stomach, and stops hiccup.
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Ren Shen
Ren Shen

Ginseng

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
In general Ren Shen's main actions are as follows: "Very strongly tonifies the Qi. Tonifies the Lungs and Spleen. Assists the body in the secretion of Fluids and stops thirst. Strengthens the Heart and calms the Shen (mind/spirit)."

In the context of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang, it is used because it tonifies Qi to complement the key herbs' regulation effects.
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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 Ju Pi Zhu Ru 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."

In the context of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang, it is used because it is very effective in harmonizing the functions of the Stomach and stopping vomiting.
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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 Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang
Gan Cao assists Ren Shen in augmenting the Qi and harmonizes the various actions of the other herbs in the formula
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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 Ju Pi Zhu Ru 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."

In the context of Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang, it is used because it assists Ren Shen in augmenting the Qi.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Ju Pi Zhu Ru Tang

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

Contraindications

Contraindicated in cases of Heat from Excess or Cold from Deficiency.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Ju Pi Zhu Ru 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.