Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan
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济生肾气丸 · Jì Shēng Shèn Qì Wán
A classical modification of Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan with Niu Xi and Che Qian Zi for Kidney Yang deficiency oedema with heavy urinary difficulty and lumbar pain.
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- Formula Category
- Yang-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Kidney Yang Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Warm Kidney Yang, promote urination, reduce oedema
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Warm Yang, transform Qi and promote urination for oedema
- Classical Source
- Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical modification of Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan with Niu Xi and Che Qian Zi for Kidney Yang deficiency oedema with heavy urinary difficulty and lumbar pain.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when Kidney Yang deficiency presents with clear oedema and urinary difficulty — more diuretic than Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan, still warming rather than pure draining.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan | Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | You Gui Wan | Zhen Wu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Warm Kidney Yang, promote urination, reduce oedema | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang, fill essence and marrow | Warm Yang, promote urination, transform water |
| 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 | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Edema ·Frequent Urination ·Frequent Nocturia ·Low Back Pain | Frequent Nocturia ·Edema ·Cold Limbs ·Low Libido | Cold Limbs ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Low Libido ·Frequent Nocturia | Edema ·Abdominal Pain ·Cold Limbs ·Diarrhea |
| Main Herbs | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Yam ·Cornus Fruit ·Poria / Hoelen ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony 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 | Prepared Aconite Accessory Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·White Peony Root ·Fresh Ginger |
| Classical Source | Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Zhang Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan warms Yang and drains water for oedema. Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan is the base Yang tonic with milder diuresis. You Gui Wan pure-tonifies without draining. Zhen Wu Tang warms Yang and transforms water with a different herb structure.
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.