Sheng Hua Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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生化汤 · Shēng Huà Tāng
Famous postpartum formula that generates new Blood while transforming (dispelling) stasis. Used for retained lochia, postpartum abdominal pain and cold-stasis patterns after delivery.
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- Formula Category
- Blood-Invigorating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Blood Stasis
- Primary Function
- Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, warm channels
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, warm the channels and relieve pain (especially postpartum)
- Classical Source
- Fu Qing Zhu Nu Ke (Fu Qingzhu's Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qing dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Famous postpartum formula that generates new Blood while transforming (dispelling) stasis. Used for retained lochia, postpartum abdominal pain and cold-stasis patterns after delivery.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected specifically for the postpartum period, when residual Blood stasis and Cold cause retained lochia and abdominal pain — narrower in indication than the broader lower-abdominal stasis formulas Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang and Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang, and more acute than Wen Jing Tang.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Sheng Hua Tang | Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Wen Jing Tang | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, warm channels | Invigorate Blood in lower abdomen, warm menses, stop pain | Warm channels, nourish Blood, regulate menses | Nourish and invigorate Blood, dispel stasis |
| Formula Category | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Blood Stasis | Blood Stasis | Blood Deficiency | Blood Stasis |
| Main Conditions | Abdominal Pain ·Irregular Menstruation ·Cold Limbs | Dysmenorrhea ·Abdominal Pain ·Irregular Menstruation ·Cold Limbs | Irregular Menstruation ·Dysmenorrhea ·Cold Limbs ·Abdominal Pain | Dysmenorrhea ·Irregular Menstruation ·Abdominal Pain |
| Main Herbs | Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Peach Kernel ·Blast-fried Ginger ·Honey-fried Licorice | Fennel Fruit ·Dried Ginger ·Corydalis Rhizome ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Evodia Fruit ·Cinnamon Twig ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·White Peony Root | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Peach Kernel |
| Classical Source | Fu Qing Zhu Nu Ke (Fu Qingzhu's Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qing dynasty) | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Yi Lei Yuan Rong (Supreme Commanders of the Medical Ramparts, Yuan dynasty) |
Clinical Perspective
Sheng Hua Tang is specific for postpartum Blood stasis with cold. Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang and Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang are broader lower-abdominal stasis formulas. Wen Jing Tang addresses cold in Chong-Ren more chronically. Tao Hong Si Wu Tang is a general Blood nourishing + moving formula.
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.