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Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang

Astragalus and Cinnamon Twig Five-Substance Decoction | 黄芪桂枝五物汤

Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang

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Augments the Qi, Warms and harmonizes the channels, Unblocks painful obstruction

Category

Formulas that warm the Meridians and disperse Cold

Key Ingredients

Huang Qi, Gui Zhi

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Ingredients in Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang

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Huang Qi
Huang Qi

Milkvetch roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Huang Qi is sweet and warming. It strongly tonifies the original Qi, helping the normal Qi to expel pathogenic Qi while firming up the skin and Exterior. It also strengthens Cinnamon twigs' ability to augment the Qi and stimulate the protective Yang. In combination, the two key herbs synergistically augment the Qi , warm the Yang and harmonize the Blood.
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Gui Zhi
Gui Zhi

Cinnamon twigs

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried young branches
Role in Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Gui Zhi warms the Nutritive Qi in the Channels and unblocks the Yang. In this formula, it is also helped by the other key herb Milkvetch root on augmenting the Qi and stimulating the protective Yang. On the other hand, it increases Milkvetch root's capacity of firming up the Exterior without retaining pathogenic Qi . In combination, the two key herbs synergistically augment the Qi , warm the Yang and harmonize the 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 Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Bai Shao nourishes the Blood, harmonizes the nutritive Qi, and unblocks painful obstruction. In combination with Cinnamon twigs, it harmonizes the Nutritive and Protective Qi. In combination with Milkvetch root, it firms up the Exterior and nourishes the Yin.
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Sheng Jiang
Sheng Jiang

Fresh ginger

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Fresh root
Role in Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Sheng Jiang is acrid and warming. It opens the Interstices and pores, disperses Wind-Cold from the Exterior. When used together with Cinnamon twigs, It warms and moves the Blood vessels.
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Da Zao
Da Zao

Jujube dates

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
Da Zao regulates the formula by means of its sweetness. It assists Cinnamon twigs, Fresh ginger, and White peony root in regulating the Nutritive and Protective Qi.
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Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

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Cautions & Warnings

Although this formula is typically safe for most individuals, it may cause side effects in some people. Pregnant women, nursing mothers, postpartum women, and those with liver disease should use the formula with caution.

As with any Chinese herbal remedy, it is advisable to seek guidance from a qualified TCM practitioner before beginning treatment.

TCM Properties

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Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

This is just partial information on the formula's TCM properties. More detailed information is available on the formula's dedicated page

Formula Category

Formulas that warm the Meridians and disperse Cold

Main Actions

  • Augments the Qi
  • Warms and harmonizes the channels
  • Unblocks painful obstruction

Formula Origin

Essentials from the Golden Cabinet (220 AD)

Formula Description

Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang is a 5-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi) and Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi) as principal ingredients.

 

Invented in 220 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that warm the Meridians and disperse Cold. Its main actions are: 1) augments the Qi and 2) warms and harmonizes the channels.

 

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 Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Blood Stagnation. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as polyneuritis, scleroderma or dermatomyositis for instance.