Symptom family: Cardiac Disorders
Sub-symptom(s): Acute Myocardial Infarction
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address myocardial infarction, organized by formula type.
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.
Formula | Key herbs |
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Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang | Prepared Aconite (Zhi Fu Zi), Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang), Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) |
Shen Fu Tang | Ginseng (Ren Shen) |
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 Tang 1, with biota seeds as a key herb.
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.
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.
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address myocardial infarction, organized by herb category.
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 myocardial infarction, like Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
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Prepared Aconite (Zhi Fu Zi) | Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang |
Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) | Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang |
Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) | Hui Yang Jiu Ji Tang |
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 myocardial infarction, like Shen Fu Tang.
Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.
Herb | Formulas they belong to (if applicable) |
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Ginseng (Ren Shen) | Shen Fu Tang | Sheng Mai San |
Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi) | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang 1 |
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 myocardial infarction, like Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang 1.
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 myocardial infarction, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.
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 myocardial infarction, like Tao He Cheng Qi Tang.