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Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang

Astragalus & Agrimonia Combination | 益气固冲汤

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Benefit Qi and Stabilize Gushing Decoction

Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang

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Boosts Qi, Strengthens the Spleen, Strengthens the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) to contain and stop Blood

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Formulas that secure irregular uterine bleeding and stop vaginal discharge

Key Ingredients

Shan Zhu Yu

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Ingredients in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang

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Shan Zhu Yu
Shan Zhu Yu

Cornelian cherries

Temperature Warm
Taste Sour
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe sarcocarp
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Shan Zhu Yu tonifies the Kidneys and benefits the Liver but also has a binding action on the Penetrating and Directing vessels. Experts claims that this herb strongly holds the Original Qi, lifts the Mind and stop Body Fluids leaking.
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Bai Zhu
Bai Zhu

Atractylodes rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried rhizome
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Bai Zhu strengthens the Spleen Qi. The combination of Atractylodes rhizome and Milkvetch root is particularly effective in helping the Spleen govern the Blood and stabilize the Penetrating Vessel, especially with the rather large dosage used in this formula.
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Huang Qi
Huang Qi

Milkvetch roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried root
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Huang Qi strengthens the Spleen Qi. The combination of Atractylodes rhizome and Milkvetch root is particularly effective in helping the Spleen govern the Blood and stabilize the Penetrating Vessel, especially with the rather large dosage used in this formula.
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Long Gu
Long Gu

Dragon bones

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used The fossilized bone or vertebrae
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Long Gu is frequently used to stop Body Fluid leakage (secure leakage) The combination of Dragon bones and Oyster shells focuses on stabilizing the Penetrating Vessel. It also works with the key herb to strenghten the Original Qi of the Lower Burner. Both ingredients should be calcined as this process enhances their astringent, binding properties further.
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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 Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Mu Li ke is frequently used to stop Body Fluid leakage (secure leakage) The combination of Dragon bones and Oyster shells focuses on stabilizing the Penetrating Vessel. It also works with the key herb to strenghten the Original Qi of the Lower Burner. Both ingredients should be calcined as this process enhances their astringent, binding properties further.
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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 Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Bai Shao treats the instability of the Penetrating Vessel and the injury to the Yin and Blood from chronic blood loss. It nourishes the Yin and Blood of the Liver and Kidneys and exerts an astringent, binding effect on the Blood.
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Hai Piao Shao
Hai Piao Shao

Cuttlebones

Temperature Warm
Taste Pungent, Salty
Organ Affinity Spleen, Kidneys
Parts Used The bones
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Hai Piao Shao restrain Body Fluids leakage and stop bleeding. Because of the importance of quickly stopping the bleeding, the dosage of this ingredients is rather large. However, there is an potential risk that it may cause Blood Stagnation.
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Zong Lu
Zong Lu

Windmill palm bark

Temperature Neutral
Taste Bitter, Sour
Organ Affinity Large Intestine, Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried petiole
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Zong Lu restrain Body Fluids leakage and stop bleeding. Because of the importance of quickly stopping the bleeding, the dosage of this ingredients is rather large. However, there is an potential risk that it may cause Blood Stagnation.
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Wu Bei Zi
Wu Bei Zi

Chinese Gall

Temperature Cold
Taste Pungent, Sour
Organ Affinity Kidneys, Large Intestine, Lungs
Parts Used The dried parasite gall
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Wu Bei Zi restrain Body Fluids leakage and stop bleeding. Because of the importance of quickly stopping the bleeding, the dosage of this ingredients is rather large. However, there is an potential risk that it may cause Blood Stagnation.
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Qian Cao
Qian Cao

Indian madder roots

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Liver
Parts Used Dried roots and rhizomes
Role in Yi Qi Gu Chong Tang
Qian Cao stops bleeding and invigorates the Blood. It is therefore able to prevent the formation of Blood Stagnation.
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Usage & Safety

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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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Modern Usage

In modern practice, this formula is often modified and used to treat functional uterine bleeding, excessive postpartum bleeding, and ulcerative bleeding due to Qi and Penetrating Vessel Deficiency.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine characteristics and actions of this formula

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 secure irregular uterine bleeding and stop vaginal discharge

Main Actions

  • Augments Qi
  • Strengthens the Spleen
  • Stabilizes the Penetrating Vessel
  • Stops bleeding

Formula Origin

Essays on Medicine Esteeming the Chinese and Respecting the Western (1918-1934 )

Formula Description

Gu Chong Tang is a 10-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Cornelian Cherries (Shan Zhu Yu) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1918-1934, it belongs to the category of formulas that secure irregular uterine bleeding and stop vaginal discharge. Its main actions are: 1) augments Qi and 2) strengthens the Spleen.

 

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 Gu Chong Tang is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Spleen and Kidney Qi Deficiency. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as dysfunctional uterine bleeding, postpartum bleeding or peptic ulcer bleeding for instance.