Ju Yuan Jian
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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舉元煎 · Jǔ Yuán Jiān
A classical emergency-style Qi tonic for severe Qi deficiency with sinking and tendency to collapse.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Qi-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Powerfully tonify Yuan Qi, lift the sunken
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Tonify Yuan Qi and raise Yang to secure collapse and sinking
- Classical Source
- Ming-Qing classical formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical emergency-style Qi tonic for severe Qi deficiency with sinking and tendency to collapse.
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 | Ju Yuan Jian | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Jun Zi Tang | Gui Pi Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Powerfully tonify Yuan Qi, lift the sunken | Tonify Middle Qi, raise Yang, lift the sunken | Tonify Spleen Qi | Tonify Qi and Blood, strengthen Spleen, nourish the Heart |
| Formula Category | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Deficiency | Spleen Qi Deficiency | Spleen Qi Deficiency | Qi Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating | Fatigue & Low Energy ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Poor Appetite ·Diarrhea | Poor Appetite ·Diarrhea ·Spleen Qi Deficiency | Insomnia ·Fatigue & Low Energy ·Poor Appetite ·Anxiety Restlessness |
| Main Herbs | Ginseng Root ·Astragalus Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice ·Cimicifuga Rhizome | Astragalus Root ·Ginseng Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Tangerine Peel | Ginseng Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Honey-fried Licorice | Ginseng Root ·Astragalus Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Sour Jujube Seed |
| Classical Source | Ming-Qing classical formulary | Pi Wei Lun / Nei Wai Shang Bian Huo Lun (Li Dongyuan, Jin dynasty, ~1247–1249) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Formulary of the Pharmacy Service for Benefiting the People, Song dynasty, 1107) | Ji Sheng Fang (Yan Yonghe, Song dynasty) |
Clinical Perspective
Ju Yuan Jian is distinguished from Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, Si Jun Zi Tang, Gui Pi Tang 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.