Da Jian Zhong Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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大建中汤 · Dà Jiàn Zhōng Tāng
A strong formula for severe interior Cold in the Middle Jiao with intense abdominal pain that cannot be touched, vomiting, and visible abdominal movement. Stronger Cold-dispersing action than Xiao Jian Zhong Tang.
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- Formula Category
- Yang-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Yang Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Strongly warm Middle Yang, stop severe Cold pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Warm and tonify Middle Yang, disperse Cold and stop severe pain
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A strong formula for severe interior Cold in the Middle Jiao with intense abdominal pain that cannot be touched, vomiting, and visible abdominal movement. Stronger Cold-dispersing action than Xiao Jian Zhong Tang.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when interior Cold is severe and pain is intense, with visible peristalsis and vomiting, requiring the strong dispersing warmth of Shu Jiao — well beyond the milder deficiency-Cold with spasmodic pain addressed by Xiao Jian Zhong Tang or the foundational warming action of Li Zhong Tang.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Da Jian Zhong Tang | Xiao Jian Zhong Tang | Li Zhong Tang | Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Strongly warm Middle Yang, stop severe Cold pain | Warm Middle, tonify Qi and Blood, relieve spasmodic pain | Warm Middle, tonify Spleen Yang | Warm Middle, strongly tonify Qi, relieve pain |
| Formula Category | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Abdominal Pain ·Stomach Discomfort ·Cold Limbs | Abdominal Pain ·Poor Appetite ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating | Abdominal Pain ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort ·Poor Appetite | Abdominal Pain ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Poor Appetite |
| Main Herbs | Sichuan Pepper ·Dried Ginger ·Ginseng Root ·Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar | Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date | Ginseng Root ·Dried Ginger ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice | Astragalus Root ·Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun / Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Da Jian Zhong Tang addresses severe excess Cold pain. Xiao Jian Zhong Tang and Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang address milder deficiency Cold with spasmodic or dull pain. Li Zhong Tang is the milder foundational warming formula without the intense dispersing power of Shu Jiao.
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.