Sick Sinus Syndromeaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Heart Rhythm Disorders
Did you mean? Paroxysmal Tachycardia Arrhythmia
TCM Herbal Formulas for Sick Sinus Syndrome
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address sick sinus syndrome, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that clear exterior disorders with interior deficiency
- Formulas that tonify qi and blood
Formulas that clear Exterior disorders with Interior deficiency
Sick sinus syndrome can be treated by formulas that clear Exterior disorders with Interior deficiency if it arises from an external pathogen attacking a body with underlying weakness.
One such formula is Ma Huang Xi Xin Fu Zi Tang, with ephedra as a key herb.
Formulas that tonify Qi and Blood
Sick sinus syndrome can be treated by these formulas when there is a combined deficiency of both Qi and Blood, requiring comprehensive tonification.
One such formula is Zhi Gan Cao Tang, with liquorice as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Sick Sinus Syndrome
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address sick sinus syndrome, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Sick sinus syndrome can be treated by these herbs when there is a need to dispel external cold and warm the body, especially in cases where there is insufficient Yang energy internally.
One such herb is Ephedra (Ma Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for sick sinus syndrome, like Ma Huang Xi Xin Fu Zi Tang.
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Sick sinus syndrome 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 Liquorice (Gan Cao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for sick sinus syndrome, like Zhi Gan Cao Tang.