Formula Formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation

Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang

血府逐瘀汤

Also known as:

Drive Out Stasis from the Mansion of Blood Decoction , Blood Mansion Eliminating Stasis Decoction , .

Formula Composition

Tao Ren
Tao Ren
Hong Hua
Hong Hua
Chuan Xiong
Chuan Xiong
Chi Shao
Chi Shao
Dang Gui
Dang Gui
Di Huang
Di Huang
Chuan Niu Xi
Chuan Niu Xi
Chai Hu
Chai Hu
Jie Geng
Jie Geng
Zhi Ke
Zhi Ke
Gan Cao
Gan Cao
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Kings
Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistants
Supports
Envoy
Directs formula

Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Invigorates the Blood
  2. Dispels blood Stagnation
  3. Spreads the Liver Qi
  4. Unblocks the channels

Patterns Treated

Heart Blood Stagnation, Heart Vessel obstructed, Qi And Blood Stagnation, Pericardium Blood Stagnation, Stomach Blood Stagnation

Historical Origin

Correction of Errors Among Physicians (1830 AD)

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TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang

Main Actions

Invigorates the Blood
Dispels blood Stagnation
Spreads the Liver Qi
Unblocks the channels

Key TCM Concepts

Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang is a 11-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Peach Kernels (Tao Ren), Safflowers (Hong Hua) and Szechuan Lovage Roots (Chuan Xiong) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 1830 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation. Its main actions are: 1) invigorates the Blood and 2) dispels blood Stagnation.

 

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 Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Heart Blood Stagnation, Heart Vessel obstructed or Qi And Blood Stagnation. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as coronary artery disease, rheumatic valvular heart disease or hypertension for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Heart Blood Stagnation
  • Heart Vessel obstructed
  • Qi And Blood Stagnation
  • Pericardium Blood Stagnation
  • Stomach Blood Stagnation

Common Applications

Coronary artery disease Rheumatic valvular heart disease Hypertension Cor pulmonale Intercostal neuralgia Thoracic strains Costochondritis Postconcussion syndrome Migraine Trigeminal neuralgia Depression Psychosis

Ingredients in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Envoys
Tao Ren
Tao Ren

Peach kernels

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Large Intestine, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
In general Tao Ren's main actions are as follows: "Moves Blood and breaks up Stasis. Moistens the Intestines. Relieves coughing."

In the context of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, it is used because it invigorates the Blood and eliminates Blood Stagnation, especially in the upper part of the body.
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Hong Hua
Hong Hua

Safflowers

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried flower
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
In general Hong Hua's main actions are as follows: "Moves Stagnant Blood and regulates menses. Relieves pain caused by Blood Stasis."

In the context of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, it is used because it invigorates the Blood and eliminates Blood Stagnation, especially in the upper part of the body.
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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 Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
In general Chuan Xiong's main actions are as follows: "Regulates and moves the Blood. Relieves Wind-Cold and pain. Circulates the Qi in the Upper Burner, relieving headaches."

In the context of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, it is used because it invigorates the Blood and eliminates Blood Stagnation, especially in the upper part of the body.
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Chi Shao
Chi Shao

Red peony roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Liver
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
In general Chi Shao's main actions are as follows: "Moves Blood, relieves pain and reduces swelling. Cools the Blood and the Liver."

In the context of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, it is used because it invigorate the Blood. However, its focus more on the lower part of the body.
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Dang Gui
Dang Gui

Dong quai

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Dang Gui invigorate the Blood. However, its focus more on the lower part of the body. It also nourishes the Blood.
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Di Huang
Di Huang

Unprepared Rehmannia

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Prepared dried root tuber
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Sheng Di Huang cools the Blood and clears Heat. It enables the formula to eliminates Blood Stagnation without harming the Yin and Blood.
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Chuan Niu Xi
Chuan Niu Xi

Cyathula roots

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Chuan Niu Xi invigorates the Blood circulation by eliminating Stagnation. It has a descending nature that conducts the Blood downward.
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Chai Hu
Chai Hu

Bupleurum roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Chai Hu smoothes the Liver Qi flow, relieves constraint, and rises the clear Yang. Together with other assistant herbs, it also expands the chest and supports Qi movement. They eliminates Qi Stagnation in the chest and supports the Qi movement so as to facilitate the Blood circulation.
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Jie Geng
Jie Geng

Platycodon roots

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Jie Geng expands the chest and supports Qi movement together with other assistant herbs. They eliminate Qi Stagnation in the chest and supports the Qi movement so as to facilitate Blood circulation.
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Zhi Ke
Zhi Ke

Bitter oranges

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent, Sour
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Zhi Ke it expands the chest and supports Qi movement together with other assistant herbs. They eliminate Qi Stagnation in the chest and supports the Qi movement so as to facilitate Blood circulation.
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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 Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
In general Gan Cao's main actions are as follows: "Tonifies the Basal Qi and nourishes the Spleen Qi. Clears Heat and dispels toxicity. Moistens the Lungsexpel phlegm and stop coughing. Relieves spasms and alleviates pain. Harmonizes and moderates the effects of other herbs."

In the context of Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, it is used because it regulates and harmonizes all ingredients.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang

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

Contraindications

Contraindicated during pregnancy and in cases that involve excessive menstrual bleeding. Contraindicated for people with a weak constitution or who are debilitated. Contraindicated in cases with bleeding diathesis or any active hemorrhagic disorder.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Xue Fu Zhu 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.