Hypoglycemiaaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Metabolic Disorders
TCM Herbal Formulas for Hypoglycemia
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address hypoglycemia, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that warm the middle and dispel cold
- Formulas that expel dampness
Formulas that warm the middle and dispel Cold
Hypoglycemia can be treated by these formulas when it is due to cold in the middle jiao (digestive region), necessitating warming and cold-dispelling actions.
One such formula is Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that warm the middle and dispel cold" recommended for hypoglycemia
| Formula | Key herbs |
|---|---|
| Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), Maltose (Yi Tang) |
| Xiao Jian Zhong Tang | Maltose (Yi Tang) |
Formulas that expel Dampness
Hypoglycemia can be treated by these formulas in cases where dampness obstructs the body's normal functions, necessitating herbs that specifically target and expel dampness.
One such formula is Wei Ling Tang, with water plantain as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Hypoglycemia
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address hypoglycemia, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
- Herbs that drain dampness
- Aromatic herbs that transform dampness
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Hypoglycemia 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 Maltose (Yi Tang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for hypoglycemia, like Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
"Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency" recommended for hypoglycemia
| Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Maltose (Yi Tang) | Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Xiao Jian Zhong Tang |
| Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi) | Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang |
Herbs that drain Dampness
Hypoglycemia can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness in the body, aiding in eliminating damp through diuretic action.
One such herb is Water Plantain (Ze Xie), a key herb in some formulas recommended for hypoglycemia, like Wei Ling Tang.
Aromatic herbs that transform Dampness
Hypoglycemia can be treated by these herbs if it stems from damp accumulation, especially in the digestive system, using aromatic properties to transform and dispel dampness.
One such herb is Black Atractylodes Rhizomes (Cang Zhu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for hypoglycemia, like Wei Ling Tang.