Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang
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黄芪桂枝五物汤 · Huáng Qí Guì Zhī Wǔ Wù Tāng
Classical formula for Blood Bi (Xue Bi) syndrome caused by Qi deficiency allowing Wind-Cold to lodge in the vessels, leading to numbness and loss of sensation in the extremities.
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- Formula Category
- Qi-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Tonify Qi, warm channels, relieve numbness
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Tonify Qi, warm the channels, harmonize Ying and Wei, and unblock Blood Bi
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Classical formula for Blood Bi (Xue Bi) syndrome caused by Qi deficiency allowing Wind-Cold to lodge in the vessels, leading to numbness and loss of sensation in the extremities.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when numbness of the limbs arises from Qi deficiency with Blood failing to nourish the channels, leading with Huang Qi — unlike Dang Gui Si Ni Tang, where cold extremities and Blood deficiency predominate, or Gui Zhi Tang, its exterior-releasing parent formula.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang | Gui Zhi Tang | Dang Gui Si Ni Tang | Si Ni Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Tonify Qi, warm channels, relieve numbness | Release exterior Wind-Cold (deficiency type), harmonize Ying-Wei | Warm channels, nourish Blood, disperse Cold | Restore Yang, rescue from collapse |
| Formula Category | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Exterior-Releasing Formulas | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Deficiency | Wind-Cold | Blood Deficiency | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Cold Limbs ·Numbness in Limbs ·Joint Discomfort | Spontaneous Sweating ·Fever ·Cold Limbs ·Nasal Congestion | Cold Limbs ·Joint Discomfort ·Low Back Pain | Cold Limbs ·Abdominal Pain ·Stomach Discomfort ·Fatigue & Low Energy |
| Main Herbs | Astragalus Root ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date | Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date ·Honey-fried Licorice | Chinese Angelica Root ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Asarum / Wild Ginger ·Tetrapanax Pith | Prepared Aconite Accessory Root ·Dried Ginger ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang addresses numbness from Qi deficiency. Dang Gui Si Ni Tang is preferred when cold extremities and Blood deficiency predominate. Gui Zhi Tang is the exterior-releasing parent formula. Si Ni Tang addresses deeper Yang collapse.
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.