Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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補陽還五湯 · Bǔ Yáng Huán Wǔ Tāng
A classical post-stroke formula for Qi deficiency with blood stasis, hemiplegia and facial paralysis.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Blood-Invigorating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Tonify Qi, invigorate blood, unblock channels
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Powerfully tonify Qi to move blood and restore function
- Classical Source
- Qing dynasty formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical post-stroke formula for Qi deficiency with blood stasis, hemiplegia and facial paralysis.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Tonify Qi, invigorate blood, unblock channels | Sedate Liver Yang, extinguish internal wind, nourish Yin | Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, move Qi | Tonify Qi, warm channels, relieve numbness |
| Formula Category | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Liver-Wind Extinguishing Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Deficiency | Liver Fire | Blood Stasis | Qi Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Numbness in Limbs | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Headache | Chest Tightness ·Headache ·Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression | Cold Limbs ·Numbness in Limbs ·Joint Discomfort |
| Main Herbs | Astragalus Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Red Peony Root ·Earthworm ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Achyranthes Root ·Hematite ·Dragon Bone / Fossilized Bone ·Oyster Shell ·Tortoise Plastron | Peach Kernel ·Safflower ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Raw Rehmannia Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Astragalus Root ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date |
| Classical Source | Qing dynasty formulary | Yi Xue Zhong Zhong Can Xi Lu (Records of Medicine with Reference to East and West, Zhang Xichun, 1918) | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Corrections of Errors in Medical Classics, Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang is distinguished from Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang, Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy.
For educational reference only, based on traditional pattern differentiation — not a substitute for professional advice.
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Medical Disclaimer
For general TCM education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified TCM practitioner or licensed healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, on medication, or managing a chronic condition.