Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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金匮肾气丸 · Jīn Guì Shèn Qì Wán
The foundational Kidney Yang tonic from the Jin Gui Yao Lue. Built on Liu Wei Di Huang Wan with Gui Zhi and Fu Zi, it addresses Kidney Yang deficiency with cold limbs, frequent urination, oedema and lumbar weakness.
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- Formula Category
- Yang-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Kidney Yang Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Warm and tonify Kidney Yang
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Tonify Kidney Yang by assisting Yang within Yin
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
The foundational Kidney Yang tonic from the Jin Gui Yao Lue. Built on Liu Wei Di Huang Wan with Gui Zhi and Fu Zi, it addresses Kidney Yang deficiency with cold limbs, frequent urination, oedema and lumbar weakness.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected as the classic mild-to-moderate Kidney Yang tonic — warming Yang while protecting Yin, rather than pure Yin tonification or the stronger essence-filling You Gui approach.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | You Gui Wan | Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang | Nourish Kidney Yin | Warm and tonify Kidney Yang, fill essence and marrow | Warm Kidney Yang, promote urination, reduce oedema |
| Formula Category | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Kidney Yang Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yang Deficiency | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Frequent Nocturia ·Edema ·Cold Limbs ·Low Libido | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Tinnitus ·Night Sweats ·Fatigue & Low Energy | Cold Limbs ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Low Libido ·Frequent Nocturia | Edema ·Frequent Urination ·Frequent Nocturia ·Low Back Pain |
| Main Herbs | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Poria / Hoelen ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Alisma Rhizome ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Yam ·Cornus Fruit ·Goji Berry / Lycium Fruit ·Cuscuta Seed | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Yam ·Cornus Fruit ·Poria / Hoelen ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Xiao Er Yao Zheng Zhi Jue (Qian Yi, Song dynasty) / later popularised | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Zhang Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty) |
Clinical Perspective
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan warms Kidney Yang on a Yin-nourishing base. Liu Wei Di Huang Wan is the pure Yin tonic without Yang-warming. You Gui Wan more strongly tonifies Yang and essence. Ji Sheng Shen Qi Wan adds diuresis for Yang-deficient oedema with more pronounced urinary difficulty.
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.