Jin Ling Zi San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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金鈴子散 · Jīn Líng Zǐ Sàn
A focused classical pair for hypochondriac and abdominal pain from Liver Qi constraint with heat and blood stasis.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Qi-Regulating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Stagnation
- Primary Function
- Spread Liver Qi, invigorate blood, stop pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Spread constrained Liver Qi and move blood to relieve pain
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A focused classical pair for hypochondriac and abdominal pain from Liver Qi constraint with heat and blood stasis.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula rather than the neighbouring indications of its related formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Jin Ling Zi San | Xiao Yao San | Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Shi Xiao San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Spread Liver Qi, invigorate blood, stop pain | Course Liver Qi, tonify Spleen, nourish Blood | Course Liver Qi, regulate Qi, stop pain | Invigorate blood, transform stasis, stop pain |
| Formula Category | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Harmonising Formulas | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Blood Stasis |
| Main Conditions | Abdominal Pain ·Hypochondriac Distension | Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression ·Poor Appetite ·Irregular Menstruation | Hypochondriac Distension ·Bloating ·Emotional Depression ·Chest Tightness | Abdominal Pain ·Dysmenorrhea |
| Main Herbs | Toosendan Fruit ·Corydalis Rhizome | Bupleurum Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen | Bupleurum Root ·Cyperus Rhizome ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Bitter Orange ·White Peony Root | Cattail Pollen ·Flying Squirrel Feces |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Complete Works of Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Classical TCM formulary |
Clinical Perspective
Jin Ling Zi San is distinguished from Xiao Yao San, Chai Hu Shu Gan San, Shi Xiao San by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy within the same broader clinical domain.
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.