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Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang

温脐化湿汤

Also known as:

Warming the Umbilicus and Resolving Dampness Decoction

Formula Composition

Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu
Fu Ling
Fu Ling
Ba Ji Tian
Ba Ji Tian
Bai Guo
Bai Guo
Bai Bian Dou
Bai Bian Dou
Shan Yao
Shan Yao
Lian Zi
Lian Zi
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King
Main ingredient

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Supports Kidney Yang
  2. Supplies Spleen Qi
  3. Expels Cold and Dampness from the Uterus

Patterns Treated

Cold in the Uterus

Historical Origin

Fu Qing Zhu's Gynecology (1827 AD )

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TCM Actions & Uses Formula Ingredients Contraindications

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang

Main Actions

Supports Kidney Yang
Supplies Spleen Qi
Expels Cold and Dampness from the Uterus

Key TCM Concepts

Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang is a 7-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Atractylodes Rhizomes (Bai Zhu) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1827 AD, it belongs to the categories of formulas that warm the middle and dispel Cold and formulas that warm Yang and tonify. Its main actions are: 1) supports Kidney Yang and 2) supplies Spleen Qi.

 

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 Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Cold in the Uterus. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as menstrual cramps for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Cold in the Uterus

Ingredients in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang and their roles

Kings
Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu

Atractylodes rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Bai Zhu's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Spleen Qi. Fortifies the Spleen Yang and dispels Damp through urination. Tonifies Qi and stops sweating. Calms restless fetus when due to Deficiency of Spleen Qi."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it nourishes the Qi of the back and umbilicus.
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Fu Ling
Fu Ling

Poria-cocos mushrooms

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried sclerotium
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Fu Ling's main actions are as follows: "Encourages urination and drains Dampness. Tonic to the Spleen/Stomach. Assists the Heart and calms the Spirit."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it resolves Dampness.
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Ba Ji Tian
Ba Ji Tian

Morinda roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Ba Ji Tian's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Kidney Yang. Expels Wind-Damp-Cold painful obstruction (Bi Pain)."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it removes obstructions from the Directing Vessel (Ren Mai).
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Bai Guo
Bai Guo

Ginkgo nuts

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Bai Guo's main actions are as follows: "Assists the Lung Qi, stops cough and expels Phlegm. Stops leakage of Bodily Fluids."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it removes obstructions from the Directing Vessel (Ren Mai).
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Bai Bian Dou
Bai Bian Dou

Hyacinth beans

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe seeds
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Bai Bian Dou's main actions are as follows: "Treats Summer Heat. Strengthens the Spleen and clears Damp-Heat. Relieves diarrhea and vomiting."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it protects the Penetrating Vessel (Chong Mai).
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Shan Yao
Shan Yao

Yam

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Shan Yao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach. Tonifies the Lung Qi and nourishes the Lung Yin. Nourishes the Kidneys and consolidates Jing."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it protects the Penetrating Vessel (Chong Mai).
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Lian Zi
Lian Zi

Lotus seeds

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Spleen
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang
In general Lian Zi's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Spleen, stops diarrhea. Strengthens the Kidneys, reinforces Essence. Nourishes the Blood and calms the mind."

In the context of Wen Qi Hua Shi Tang, it is used because it protects the Penetrating Vessel (Chong Mai).
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Wen Qi Hua Shi 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, Wen Qi Hua Shi 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.