Di Huang Yin Zi
Di Huang Yin Zi
医方集解 · Wind-Extinguishing Formula
💊 Actions
Nourishes the kidneys and liver, reinforces essence, opens the channels, and moistens dryness to treat paralysis caused by kidney deficiency.
🏥 Indications
Traditionally used to treat dysarthria after stroke and lower limb paralysis due to failure of Shaoyin qi to arrive, a condition called fengfei (wind paralysis); it should be taken under the guidance of a TCM physician.
🌿 Ingredients
| Role | Herb | Chinese name | Dosage | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 君 | 生地黄 | Sheng Di Huang | 12g | Cold |
| 臣 | 附子 | Fu Zi | 9g | Very Hot |
| 臣 | 肉桂 | Rou Gui | 6g | Hot |
| 佐 | 山茱萸 | Shan Zhu Yu | 9g | Slightly Warm |
| 佐 | 巴戟天 | Ba Ji Tian | 9g | Warm |
| 佐 | 肉苁蓉 | Rou Cong Rong | 9g | Warm |
| 佐 | 五味子 | Wu Wei Zi | 6g | Warm |
| 佐 | 麦冬 | Mai Dong | 9g | Slightly Cold |
| 佐 | 石菖蒲 | Shi Chang Pu | 6g | Warm |
| 佐 | 远志 | Yuan Zhi | 6g | Warm |
| 佐 | 茯苓 | Fu Ling | 9g | Neutral |
| 使 | 干姜 | Gan Jiang | 6g | Hot |
| 使 | 生姜 | Sheng Jiang | 3片 | Warm |
| 使 | 大枣 | Da Zao | 2枚 | Warm |
Notice
For educational purposes only. Consult a qualified practitioner before use — some herbs may interact with medications. (Actions & indications currently in Arabic)