Dang Gui Shao Yao San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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當歸芍藥散 · Dāng Guī Sháo Yào Sàn
A classical Shang Han / Jin Gui formula for abdominal pain in women from Liver-Spleen disharmony with blood deficiency and damp.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Blood-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Blood Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Nourish blood, tonify Spleen, drain damp, ease pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Nourish Liver blood, strengthen Spleen, and drain dampness
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical Shang Han / Jin Gui formula for abdominal pain in women from Liver-Spleen disharmony with blood deficiency and damp.
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 | Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Xiao Yao San | Si Wu Tang | Dang Gui Si Ni Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Nourish blood, tonify Spleen, drain damp, ease pain | Course Liver Qi, tonify Spleen, nourish Blood | Tonify Blood, nourish Liver | Warm channels, nourish Blood, disperse Cold |
| Formula Category | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Harmonising Formulas | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Blood-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Blood Deficiency | Qi Stagnation | Blood Deficiency | Blood Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Abdominal Pain ·Edema ·Irregular Menstruation | Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression ·Poor Appetite ·Irregular Menstruation | Irregular Menstruation ·Dizziness & Vertigo ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Eye Dryness | Cold Limbs ·Joint Discomfort ·Low Back Pain |
| Main Herbs | Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·Poria / Hoelen ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Alisma Rhizome | Bupleurum Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Chinese Angelica Root ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Tetrapanax Pith |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Xian Shou Li Shang Xu Duan Mi Fang / Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Dang Gui Shao Yao San is distinguished from Xiao Yao San, Si Wu Tang, Dang Gui Si Ni Tang 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.