Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang
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黄芪建中汤 · Huáng Qí Jiàn Zhōng Tāng
Modification of Xiao Jian Zhong Tang by adding a large dose of Huang Qi. Used when Middle Jiao deficiency Cold is accompanied by significant Qi deficiency, fatigue and spontaneous sweating.
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- Formula Category
- Yang-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Yang Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Warm Middle, strongly tonify Qi, relieve pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Warm the Middle, tonify Qi, moderate urgency and stop pain
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Modification of Xiao Jian Zhong Tang by adding a large dose of Huang Qi. Used when Middle Jiao deficiency Cold is accompanied by significant Qi deficiency, fatigue and spontaneous sweating.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when Middle-Burner deficiency-Cold is accompanied by pronounced Qi deficiency — shortness of breath and spontaneous sweating — adding Huang Qi to the warming, pain-relieving base of Xiao Jian Zhong Tang, whereas Li Zhong Tang addresses simpler Middle Yang deficiency without the Qi-consolidating emphasis.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Xiao Jian Zhong Tang | Li Zhong Tang | Da Jian Zhong Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Warm Middle, strongly tonify Qi, relieve pain | Warm Middle, tonify Qi and Blood, relieve spasmodic pain | Warm Middle, tonify Spleen Yang | Strongly warm Middle Yang, stop severe Cold pain |
| Formula Category | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Abdominal Pain ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Poor Appetite | Abdominal Pain ·Poor Appetite ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating | Abdominal Pain ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort ·Poor Appetite | Abdominal Pain ·Stomach Discomfort ·Cold Limbs |
| Main Herbs | Astragalus Root ·Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger | Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar ·Cinnamon Twig ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date | Ginseng Root ·Dried Ginger ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice | Sichuan Pepper ·Dried Ginger ·Ginseng Root ·Maltose / Barley Malt Sugar |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun / Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang emphasises Qi tonification on top of the warming and pain-relieving action of Xiao Jian Zhong Tang. Li Zhong Tang is simpler for pure Middle Yang deficiency. Da Jian Zhong Tang is for severe Cold excess pain.
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.