Acute Myocardial Infarctionaccording to TCM

Formulas that rescue devastated Yang

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these formulas if it is a result of a severe depletion or collapse of Yang energy, requiring urgent restoration and warming actions.

One such formula is Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang, with prepared aconite as a key herb.

Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.

Formulas that tonify Qi

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these formulas if it results from Qi deficiency, necessitating treatments that boost the body's vital energy.

One such formula is Sheng Mai San, with ginseng as a key herb.

Formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these formulas when it stems from a disharmony between the heart and the mind, often manifesting as emotional disturbances or sleep issues.

One such formula is Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan, with biota seeds as a key herb.

Formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these formulas if it arises from poor blood circulation or stagnation of blood, which often manifests in pain or swelling.

One such formula is Tao He Cheng Qi Tang, with peach kernel as a key herb.

Herbs that warm the Interior and/or expel Cold

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these herbs if it is due to internal coldness or deficient Yang energy, working to warm the body and dispel cold.

One such herb is Prepared Aconite (Zhi Fu Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute myocardial infarction, like Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.

One such herb is Ginseng (Ren Shen), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute myocardial infarction, like Sheng Mai San.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that nourish the Heart and calm the Spirit

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these herbs when it is linked to deficiencies in heart nourishment, addressing both physical and emotional imbalances.

One such herb is Biota Seeds (Bai Zi Ren), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute myocardial infarction, like Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan.

Herbs that invigorate the Blood

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these herbs when it stems from stagnation or poor circulation of blood, helping to improve blood flow and alleviate related discomfort.

One such herb is Peach Kernels (Tao Ren), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute myocardial infarction, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.

Purgative herbs that drain downward

Acute myocardial infarction can be treated by these herbs in cases of severe constipation or internal heat, using strong downward movement to purge accumulation.

One such herb is Rhubarb (Da Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for acute myocardial infarction, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.