Formula Formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind

Zhen Xin An Shen Tang

镇心安神汤

Also known as:

Anchors the Heart and Calm the Mind Decoction , Sedate the Heart and Calm the Spirit Decoction

Formula Composition

Long Gu
Long Gu
Mu Li ke
Mu Li ke
Fu Shen
Fu Shen
Ye Jiao Teng
Ye Jiao Teng
Dan Shen
Dan Shen
Suan Zao Ren
Suan Zao Ren
He Huan Pi
He Huan Pi
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Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Anchors the Heart and calms the Mind

Patterns Treated

Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Yang Rising

Historical Origin

China Yi Xue Wen Zhai (1985 AD )

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Zhen Xin An Shen Tang

Main Actions

Anchors the Heart and calms the Mind

Key TCM Concepts

Zhen Xin An Shen Tang is a 7-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula.

 

Invented in 1985 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind. Its main action is that it anchors the Heart and calms the Mind.

 

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 Zhen Xin An Shen Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Heart Blood Deficiency or Liver Yang Rising. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as neurotic insomnia, dreamdisturbed sleep or excessive dreams for instance.

TCM Patterns Addressed

  • Heart Blood Deficiency
  • Liver Yang Rising

Common Applications

Neurotic insomnia Dreamdisturbed sleep Excessive dreams Palpitations Anxiety Knee weakness Weak back Restlessness Trouble falling asleep Emotional disturbance Easily awoken Early wake up Unable to fall asleep again Sleepless all night

Ingredients in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang

Detailed information about each herb in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang and their roles

Long Gu
Long Gu

Dragon bones

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used The fossilized bone or vertebrae
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
Long Gu settles anxiety and calms the Mind by calming the Liver and anchors and preserving the Floating Yang.
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Mu Li ke
Mu Li ke

Oyster shells

Temperature Cold
Taste Salty
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Gallbladder, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used The shell
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general Mu Li ke's main actions are as follows: "Calms and anchors the spirit. Moistens Dryness. Softens and removes lumps. Nourish the Yin and subdues the overflowing of the Yang,"
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Fu Shen
Fu Shen

Host-wood Poria

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Heart
Parts Used The part of the mushroom that is attached to the host-wood, dried
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general Fu Shen's main actions are as follows: "Calms the Mind (Shen) and promote urination."
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Ye Jiao Teng
Ye Jiao Teng

Fleeceflower stems

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried lianoid stem
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general Ye Jiao Teng's main actions are as follows: "Nourishes the Heart Blood and calms the spirit. Tonifies Blood, improves circulation and dispels Wind. Applied externally, it relieves itches and rashes."
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Dan Shen
Dan Shen

Red sage roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general Dan Shen's main actions are as follows: "Invigorates the Blood, breaks up Stasis and eases pain. Clears Heat and calms restlessness."
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Suan Zao Ren
Suan Zao Ren

Jujube seeds

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Heart, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe seed
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general Suan Zao Ren's main actions are as follows: "Nourishes the Heart Yin and calms the spirit. Contains Fluid leakage."
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He Huan Pi
He Huan Pi

Silktree albizia barks

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver
Parts Used bark
Role in Zhen Xin An Shen Tang
In general He Huan Pi's main actions are as follows: "Calms the Mind. Removes Blood Stagnation to reduce swellings and stop pain. Circulates Qi and remove pain. "
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Zhen Xin An Shen 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, Zhen Xin An Shen 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.