Ma Zi Ren Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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麻子仁丸 · Má Zǐ Rén Wán
A classical Shang Han formula for spleen-constraint constipation with dry stool and hard abdomen.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Purgative Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Stomach Heat
- Primary Function
- Moisten intestines, drain heat, move stool
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Moisten the intestines and gently drain heat to relieve dry constipation
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical Shang Han formula for spleen-constraint constipation with dry stool and hard abdomen.
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 | Ma Zi Ren Wan | Run Chang Wan | Ji Chuan Jian |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Moisten intestines, drain heat, move stool | Nourish blood, moisten intestines, move stool | Warm Kidney, nourish blood, moisten intestines, move stool |
| Formula Category | Purgative Formulas | Purgative Formulas | Purgative Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Stomach Heat | Blood Deficiency | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Constipation | Constipation | Constipation |
| Main Herbs | Hemp Seed ·White Peony Root ·Immature Bitter Orange ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome ·Magnolia Bark | Hemp Seed ·Peach Kernel ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Raw Rehmannia Root ·Bitter Orange | Chinese Angelica Root ·Achyranthes Root ·Cistanche ·Alisma Rhizome ·Cimicifuga Rhizome |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Li Dongyuan school / classical |
Clinical Perspective
Ma Zi Ren Wan is distinguished from Run Chang Wan, Ji Chuan Jian 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.