Huan Shao Dan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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還少丹 · Huán Shào Dān
A classical tonic for Kidney deficiency aging signs — fatigue, declining memory, weak lumbar region and reduced vitality.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Yang-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Kidney Yang Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Tonify Kidney, replenish essence, nourish blood, benefit Qi
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Warm and tonify Kidney essence for aging-related decline
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical tonic for Kidney deficiency aging signs — fatigue, declining memory, weak lumbar region and reduced vitality.
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 | Huan Shao Dan | Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | You Gui Wan | Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Tonify Kidney, replenish essence, nourish blood, benefit Qi | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang, fill essence and marrow | Tonify Kidney, benefit essence, secure essence |
| Formula Category | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Kidney Yang Deficiency | Kidney Yang Deficiency | Kidney Yang Deficiency | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Low Libido ·Fatigue & Low Energy | Frequent Nocturia ·Edema ·Cold Limbs ·Low Libido | Cold Limbs ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Low Libido ·Frequent Nocturia | Low Libido ·Premature Ejaculation |
| Main Herbs | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit ·Cistanche ·Morinda Root ·Eucommia Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Poria / Hoelen ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Yam ·Cornus Fruit ·Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit ·Cuscuta Seed | Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit ·Cuscuta Seed ·Schisandra Fruit ·Raspberry ·Plantago Seed |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Zhang Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Classical TCM formulary |
Clinical Perspective
Huan Shao Dan is distinguished from Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan, You Gui Wan, Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan 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.