Takayasu's Arteritisaccording to TCM
Symptom family: Vascular and Blood Disorders
TCM Herbal Formulas for Takayasu's Arteritis
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address takayasu's arteritis, organized by formula type.
- By Formula Type
- Formulas that warm interior cold
- Formulas that warm the meridians and disperse cold
Formulas that warm Interior Cold
Takayasu's arteritis can be treated by these formulas when it is caused by an internal cold condition, needing treatments that warm the body's interior.
One such formula is Dang Gui Si Ni Tang, with dong quai as a key herb.
Formulas that warm the Meridians and disperse Cold
Takayasu's arteritis can be treated by these formulas if it results from cold obstructing the meridians, leading to pain or stiffness, requiring warming and dispersing actions.
One such formula is Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
TCM Herbs for Takayasu's Arteritis
Explore below some TCM herbs used to address takayasu's arteritis, organized by herb category.
- By Herb Category
- Tonic herbs for blood deficiency
- Warm/Acrid herbs that release the exterior
- Tonic herbs for qi deficiency
Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency
Takayasu's arteritis can be treated by these herbs in cases of blood deficiency, working to nourish and replenish the body's blood supply.
One such herb is Dong Quai (Dang Gui), a key herb in some formulas recommended for takayasu's arteritis, like Dang Gui Si Ni Tang.
Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior
Takayasu's arteritis 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 Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for takayasu's arteritis, like Dang Gui Si Ni Tang.
Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency
Takayasu's arteritis 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 Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for takayasu's arteritis, like Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang.