Da Bu Yin Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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大補陰丸 · Dà Bǔ Yīn Wán
A classical Yin-tonifying formula for Kidney Yin deficiency with vigorous ministerial fire, tidal heat and night sweating.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Yin-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Kidney Yin Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Enrich Yin, direct fire downward
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Strongly nourish true Yin and clear ministerial fire
- Classical Source
- Ming-Qing classical formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical Yin-tonifying formula for Kidney Yin deficiency with vigorous ministerial fire, tidal heat and night sweating.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula rather than the neighbouring indications of its related formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Da Bu Yin Wan | Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Enrich Yin, direct fire downward | Nourish Yin, clear deficiency Heat | Nourish Kidney Yin | Enrich Yin, tonify Kidney, replenish essence and marrow |
| Formula Category | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Night Sweats | Yin Deficiency Constitution ·Night Sweats | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Tinnitus ·Night Sweats ·Fatigue & Low Energy | Night Sweats |
| Main Herbs | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Tortoise Plastron ·Phellodendron Bark ·Anemarrhena Rhizome | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Alisma Rhizome ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Alisma Rhizome ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit ·Cuscuta Seed |
| Classical Source | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Yi Zong Jin Jian / Investigation of Medical Formulas (Ming dynasty) | Xiao Er Yao Zheng Zhi Jue (Qian Yi, Song dynasty) / later popularised | Ming-Qing classical formulary |
Clinical Perspective
Da Bu Yin Wan is distinguished from Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan, Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, Zuo Gui Wan by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy within the same broader clinical domain.
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.