Formula Formulas that tonify Blood

Sheng Yu Tang

圣愈汤

Also known as:

Sage-like Healing Decoction , Sage Healing Decoction

Formula Composition

Dang Gui
Dang Gui
Ren Shen
Ren Shen
Huang Qi
Huang Qi
Chuan Xiong
Chuan Xiong
Shu Di huang
Shu Di huang
Bai Shao
Bai Shao
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King
Main ingredient

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Tonifies Qi and Blood
  2. Preserves the Blood

Patterns Treated

Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency

Historical Origin

Secrets from the Orchid Chamber (1336 AD )

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TCM Actions & Uses Formula Ingredients Contraindications

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Sheng Yu Tang

Main Actions

Tonifies Qi and Blood
Preserves the Blood

Key TCM Concepts

Sheng Yu Tang is a 6-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Dong Quai (Dang Gui) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1336 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that tonify Blood. Its main actions are: 1) tonifies Qi and Blood and 2) preserves the Blood.

 

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 Sheng Yu Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency or Qi and Blood Deficiency. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as menstrual cramps for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency
  • Qi and Blood Deficiency

Ingredients in Sheng Yu Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Sheng Yu Tang and their roles

Kings
Dang Gui
Dang Gui

Dong quai

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Sheng Yu Tang
Dang Gui is warming and moistening. It enters the Liver and Heart to tonify and invigorate the Blood. It also moistens the Intestines and regulates the dynamic between the Liver (movement) and Kidneys (storage).
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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 Sheng Yu 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 Sheng Yu Tang, it is used because it tonifies Qi.
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Huang Qi
Huang Qi

Milkvetch roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Sheng Yu Tang
In general Huang Qi's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Wei Qi and stops perspiration. Tonifies the Spleen Qi and the Yang Qi of the Earth Element. Tonifies the Qi and Blood. Expels pus and assists in the healing of wounds. Helps to regulate water metabolism in the body and reduce edema."

In the context of Sheng Yu Tang, it is used because it tonifies Qi.
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Chuan Xiong
Chuan Xiong

Szechuan lovage roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Sheng Yu Tang
Chuan Xiong invigorates the Blood and promote Qi movement. The combination of Dong quai and Chuan Xiong facilitates the production of Blood.
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Shu Di huang
Shu Di huang

Prepared rehmannia

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Prepared dried root tuber
Role in Sheng Yu Tang
In general Shu Di huang's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Blood. Tonifies the Yin of the Kidneys."

In the context of Sheng Yu Tang, it is used because it nourishes and invigorates 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 Sheng Yu 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."

In the context of Sheng Yu Tang, it is used because it preserve Yin from other herbs' harm such as Szechuan lovage root and Dong quai.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Sheng Yu Tang

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, Sheng Yu 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.