Sheng Yu Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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圣愈汤 · Shèng Yù Tāng
A classical dual Qi-Blood tonic combining Si Wu Tang with Ren Shen and Huang Qi, for marked Qi and Blood deficiency with fatigue, pale complexion and scanty menstruation.
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- Formula Category
- Qi-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Tonify Qi and Blood
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Strongly tonify both Qi and Blood
- Classical Source
- Yi Zong Jin Jian / classical Qi-Blood tonic tradition
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical dual Qi-Blood tonic combining Si Wu Tang with Ren Shen and Huang Qi, for marked Qi and Blood deficiency with fatigue, pale complexion and scanty menstruation.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for clear dual Qi-Blood deficiency — a robust tonic that sits between Ba Zhen Tang and the warmer or more Heart-focused dual tonics.
Composition: Sovereign, Minister, Assistant, Envoy
Every herb in the formula, grouped by the job it does in the classical hierarchy.
君SovereignTreats the main pattern
臣MinisterReinforces the sovereign
佐/使Assistant & EnvoyTreats accompanying patterns, harmonises the whole
Classical Composition
- Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng (Ren Shen) 9g
- Radix Astragali (Huang Qi) 12g
- Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dang Gui) 9g
- Rhizoma Chuanxiong (Chuan Xiong) 6g
- Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata (Shu Di Huang) 12g
- Radix Paeoniae Alba (Bai Shao) 9g
Dosages follow the classical source and are shown for study, not as a prescription.
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
Actions
- Boosts qi and nourishes blood
- used after blood loss or in postpartum deficiency.
Indications
- This formula is indicated for dual qi and blood deficiency after hemorrhage or delivery.
- Signs and symptoms include pallor, dizziness, fatigue, and delayed recovery.
Tongue & pulseThe tongue is pale, and the pulse is fine and weak.
Traditional Pathogenesis
Cause & mechanism
- This pattern is caused by insufficient qi that fails to animate and contain the viscera.
- Deficient qi leads to fatigue, a weak voice, spontaneous sweating and susceptibility to exterior invasion.
- When the lung or spleen is involved, diffusion, transformation and containment are all impaired.
Clinical presentation
- Qi and blood both depleted after hemorrhage or delivery fail to nourish the vessels, producing pallor, dizziness and delayed recovery.
Treatment strategy
- The correct method is to boost qi and restore containment and diffusion.
- In this formula the emphasis is to strongly tonify both Qi and Blood.
How does this formula compare?
Clinical Perspective
Sheng Yu Tang strongly tonifies Qi and Blood. Ba Zhen Tang is the standard dual tonic. Shi Quan Da Bu Tang adds warming for Qi-Blood deficiency with cold. Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang further nourishes the Heart and calms the spirit.
Clinical Differentiation
- Sheng Yu Tang is used for dual qi-blood deficiency after hemorrhage or delivery.
- The pattern is pallor, dizziness and slow recovery.
- It is distinguished from Si Wu Tang (blood only), Ba Zhen Tang (dual supplementation without the same post-bleeding emphasis), and Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang (acute blood-loss heat from floating yang).
Safety notes: This formula is enriching. It is not appropriate for blood-heat bleeding or for unresolved exterior patterns.
For educational reference only, based on traditional pattern differentiation — not a substitute for professional advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the actions of Sheng Yu Tang?
Sheng Yu Tang has the actions of tonifying Qi and nourishing Blood (and in relevant patterns, helping Qi to restrain Blood). It is built on the principle that strongly replenishing Qi assists the generation and holding of Blood, and is classically used for significant Qi and Blood deficiency following blood loss.
Which modern diseases is Sheng Yu Tang suited to?
Modern TCM clinical practice commonly applies it to individuals whose pattern differentiation falls within Qi and Blood deficiency, including anemia or recovery after blood loss, postpartum weakness, irregular menstruation (especially early periods with pale, excessive flow due to Qi failing to hold Blood), post-surgical recovery, and general fatigue with pale complexion and restlessness of deficiency type.
Is Sheng Yu Tang suitable for improving fatigue, pale complexion, and restlessness after blood loss or with Qi-Blood deficiency?
For presentations of marked fatigue, pale or sallow complexion, irritability or restlessness, possible thirst or dry heat sensations of deficiency, insomnia, early or excessive pale menstrual bleeding, a pale tongue, and a thin weak pulse — in those whose pattern differentiation confirms Qi and Blood deficiency (often after blood loss) — TCM commonly applies Sheng Yu Tang as an adjunct. It cannot replace standard medical treatment.
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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.