Huang Lian E Jiao Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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黃連阿膠湯 · Huáng Lián Ē Jiāo Tāng
A classical Shang Han formula for Shaoyin heat conversion — heart fire with Kidney Yin deficiency, insomnia and irritability.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Heat-Clearing Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Heart Fire
- Primary Function
- Clear Heart fire, nourish Yin and blood, calm spirit
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear Heart fire and nourish Yin-blood for restless sleep
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical Shang Han formula for Shaoyin heat conversion — heart fire with Kidney Yin deficiency, insomnia and irritability.
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 | Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Zhi Zi Chi Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear Heart fire, nourish Yin and blood, calm spirit | Nourish Blood, calm the spirit, clear heat | Nourish Yin and Blood, tonify the Heart, calm the spirit | Clear heat, relieve restlessness and irritability |
| Formula Category | Heat-Clearing Formulas | Calm the Shen Formulas | Calm the Shen Formulas | Heat-Clearing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Heart Fire | Blood Deficiency | Yin Deficiency | Heart Fire |
| Main Conditions | Insomnia ·Anxiety Restlessness | Insomnia ·Anxiety Restlessness ·Dry Mouth & Throat ·Night Sweats | Insomnia ·Anxiety Restlessness ·Palpitations ·Dry Mouth & Throat | Insomnia ·Anxiety Restlessness |
| Main Herbs | Coptis Rhizome ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap ·White Peony Root ·Donkey-hide Gelatin ·Egg Yolk | Sour Jujube Seed ·Poria / Hoelen ·Anemarrhena Rhizome ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Licorice Root | Raw Rehmannia Root ·Ginseng Root ·Scrophularia Root ·Salvia Root ·Poria / Hoelen | Gardenia Fruit ·Prepared Soybean |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | She Sheng Mi Pou (Ming dynasty) / classical Heart-Yin tonic tradition | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Huang Lian E Jiao Tang is distinguished from Suan Zao Ren Tang, Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan, Zhi Zi Chi Tang 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.