Gan Lu Yin
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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甘露飲 · Gān Lù Yǐn
A classical formula for Yin deficiency with damp-heat in the upper jiao — dry mouth, gum swelling and sticky saliva.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Heat-Clearing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Stomach Heat
- Primary Function
- Enrich Yin, clear heat, resolve damp, generate fluids
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Nourish Yin, clear heat and drain damp from the upper jiao
- Classical Source
- Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song, 1107)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for Yin deficiency with damp-heat in the upper jiao — dry mouth, gum swelling and sticky saliva.
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 | Gan Lu Yin | Qing Wei San | Yu Nv Jian | Xie Huang San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Enrich Yin, clear heat, resolve damp, generate fluids | Clear Stomach heat, cool blood, relieve fire toxin | Clear Stomach heat, nourish Yin | Clear and drain Spleen-Stomach latent heat |
| Formula Category | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Stomach Heat | Stomach Heat | Stomach Heat | Stomach Heat |
| Main Conditions | Dry Mouth & Throat | Headache | Dry Mouth & Throat ·Headache ·Constipation | Stomach Discomfort |
| Main Herbs | Raw Rehmannia Root ·Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Dendrobium ·Asparagus Root ·Ophiopogon Tuber | Coptis Rhizome ·Raw Rehmannia Root ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Cimicifuga Rhizome | Gypsum ·Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Ophiopogon Tuber ·Anemarrhena Rhizome ·Achyranthes Root | Agastache / Patchouli ·Gardenia Fruit ·Gypsum ·Saposhnikovia Root ·Licorice Root |
| Classical Source | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song, 1107) | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Zhang Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Li Dongyuan school / classical |
Clinical Perspective
Gan Lu Yin is distinguished from Qing Wei San, Yu Nv Jian, Xie Huang San 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.