Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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膈下逐瘀汤 · Gé Xià Zhú Yū Tāng
Wang Qingren formula for Blood stasis below the diaphragm (epigastric and hypochondriac region), with fixed pain, masses or chronic conditions affecting organs below the diaphragm.
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- Formula Category
- Blood-Invigorating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Blood Stasis
- Primary Function
- Invigorate Blood below diaphragm, move Qi, stop pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis below the diaphragm, move Qi and stop pain
- Classical Source
- Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Wang Qingren formula for Blood stasis below the diaphragm (epigastric and hypochondriac region), with fixed pain, masses or chronic conditions affecting organs below the diaphragm.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when Blood stasis lodges below the diaphragm, producing fixed masses or pain in the flanks and upper abdomen — anatomically between Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, which targets the chest, and Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang, which targets the lower abdomen.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
- Flying Squirrel Feces 👑 Sovereign
- Chinese Angelica Root Minister
- Chuanxiong Rhizome Minister
- Peach Kernel Assistant
- Safflower Assistant
- Red Peony Root Assistant
- Lindera Root Assistant
- Corydalis Rhizome Assistant
- Cyperus Rhizome Assistant
- Bitter Orange Assistant
- Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark Assistant
- Licorice Root Envoy
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Invigorate Blood below diaphragm, move Qi, stop pain | Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, move Qi | Invigorate Blood in lower abdomen, warm menses, stop pain | Nourish and invigorate Blood, dispel stasis |
| Formula Category | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Blood Stasis | Blood Stasis | Blood Stasis | Blood Stasis |
| Main Conditions | Hypochondriac Distension ·Abdominal Pain ·Bloating ·Emotional Depression | Chest Tightness ·Headache ·Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression | Dysmenorrhea ·Abdominal Pain ·Irregular Menstruation ·Cold Limbs | Dysmenorrhea ·Irregular Menstruation ·Abdominal Pain |
| Main Herbs | Flying Squirrel Feces ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Peach Kernel ·Safflower | Peach Kernel ·Safflower ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Raw Rehmannia Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Fennel Fruit ·Dried Ginger ·Corydalis Rhizome ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Peach Kernel |
| Classical Source | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Corrections of Errors in Medical Classics, Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Yi Lei Yuan Rong (Supreme Commanders of the Medical Ramparts, Yuan dynasty) |
Clinical Perspective
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang targets stasis below the diaphragm. Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang focuses on the chest/upper. Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang targets the lower abdomen. Tao Hong Si Wu Tang is a milder general Blood nourishing + moving formula.
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.