Formula Formulas that tonify Qi

Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San

强力玉屏风散

Also known as:

Double Strength Jade Windscreen Powder

Formula Composition

Huang Qi
Huang Qi
Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu
Fang Feng
Fang Feng
Jin Yin Hua
Jin Yin Hua
Guan Zhong
Guan Zhong
Pei Lan
Pei Lan
Chen Pi
Chen Pi
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King
Main ingredient
Deputy
Assists main
Assistants
Supports
Envoy
Directs formula
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Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Augments the Qi
  2. Stabilizes the Exterior
  3. Stops sweating

Patterns Treated

Protective Qi Deficiency, Damp-Heat, Toxic-Heat

Historical Origin

Researching Original Formulas (1213 AD)

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San

Main Actions

Augments the Qi
Stabilizes the Exterior
Stops sweating

Key TCM Concepts

Thsi is classic Yu Ping Feng San enhanced for epidemic prevention. The base formula (Huang Qi, Bai Zhu, Fang Feng) builds Defensive Qi. The additions address the specific characteristics of epidemic pathogens.

Jin Yin Hua and Guan Zhong clear Toxic-Heat; Pei Lan and Chen Pi transform Dampness.

It was developed by Hubei Province during COVID-19 as a preventive formula for healthcare workers exposed to "Damp-Heat plague". 

Use this strenghtened version during active exposure risk or outbreaks (weeks, not months). For long-term immune support, switch to the standard Yu Ping Feng San, which contains only the three core herbs and is appropriate for extended constitutional tonification.

This fomrula is not a treatment solution—this is prophylactic. It strengthens resistance before infection occurs, not after. Once actively sick with fever, sore throat, or respiratory symptoms, switch to formulas that release the Exterior and clear pathogens (eg: Yin Qiao San, Gan Mao Ling, etc.).

TCM Patterns Addressed

Common Applications

Recurrent upper respiratory tract infections Glomerulonephritis Allergic rhinitis Chronic urethritis Bronchial asthma Recurrent Colds And Flu Exposed to Covid-19

Ingredients in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San

Detailed information about each herb in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Envoys
Huang Qi
Huang Qi

Milkvetch roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Huang Qi is an extremely powerful in strengthening the Qi and stabilizing the Exterior. It tonifies the superficial or Exterior aspects of the Lungs and Spleen. It enters the Lungs to tonify the Qi, and enters the Exterior to firm up the Protective Qi. It is one of the most important Qi tonifying herbs.
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Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu

Atractylodes rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Bai Zhu strengthens the Spleen and augments the Qi. It reinforces the actions of the key herb and strengthens the metal Lungs by cultivating the earth Spleen. The combination of the key and deputy herbs generate Qi by tonifying the Spleen, which is the source of Qi and Blood. It also stops sweating. The Exterior is thereby stabilized, and sweat will no longer leak from the interstices and pores. This also prevents pathogenic influences from easily penetrating the outer defenses of the body.
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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 Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Fang Feng disperses Wind while tonifying at the same time. It circulates in the Exterior of the body where it expels Wind without damaging the Body Fluids, therefore the Lungs is not injured. In concert with key herb, it stabilizes Exterior without causing the pathogenic influences to linger, and expels pathogenic influences without harming the normal Qi.
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Jin Yin Hua
Jin Yin Hua

Honeysuckle flowers

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Stomach
Parts Used Dried flower bud
Role in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Jin Yin Hua clears Heat-Toxins, particularly at the Wei (Defensive) and Qi Levels of the Four Level theory. It is added to the base formula to address Toxic-Heat pathogens. This is what makes it "double strength" for epidemic prevention.
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Guan Zhong
Guan Zhong

Male fern rhizomes

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Stomach, Liver
Parts Used Rhizome or roots
Role in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Guan Zhong clears Toxic-Heat and kills parasites. It is historically used for epidemic prevention (疫病). It works synergistically with Jin Yin Hua to address virulent pathogens. This herb specifically targets "plague evil" (瘟疫).
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Pei Lan
Pei Lan

Eupatorium herbs

Temperature Neutral
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Lungs
Parts Used Dried aerial parts
Role in Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Pei Lan aromatically transforms Dampness, awakens the Spleen, resolves turbidity. It addresses the Dampness component that often accompanies epidemic pathogens (湿疫). It prevents Dampness from obstructing the Middle Burner and weakening immunity.
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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 Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San
Chen Pi regulates Qi, strengthens Spleen and dries Dampness. It harmonizes the formula by ensuring smooth Qi movement, preventing the tonifying herbs from causing stagnation, and supporting the aromatic Dampness-resolving action of Pei Lan.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San

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

Contraindications

Although the formula disperses pathogenic Wind-Dampness, it is unsuitable for treating Excess patterns. It is because it focuses on preventing pathogenic Qi from entering the body, not on dispersing pathogenic Qi from the body. Therefore, unless significantly modified, it is not suited for releasing pathogenic Qi from the Exterior in Excess patterns even where such Excess occurs against a background of Qi Deficiency.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Qiáng Lì Yu Ping Feng San may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.