Tiao Jing Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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調經丸 · Tiáo Jīng Wán
A classical formula for irregular menstruation with Qi and blood stagnation, often with premenstrual distension and dysmenorrhea.
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- Formula Category
- Blood-Invigorating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Blood Stasis
- Primary Function
- Regulate menstruation, move Qi and blood
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Move stagnant Qi and blood to regulate the menstrual cycle
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical formula for irregular menstruation with Qi and blood stagnation, often with premenstrual distension and dysmenorrhea.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when irregular menstruation presents with premenstrual distension and dysmenorrhea from Qi and blood stagnation, rather than pure blood deficiency or chiefly Liver constraint with emotional symptoms.
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
川芎Chuan Xiong6g
Chuanxiong Rhizome- moves blood and qi and reaches the head and channels
白芍Bai Shao9g
White Peony Root- nourishes blood
- softens the liver and relieves spasmodic pain
熟地黃Shu Di Huang12g
Prepared Rehmannia Root- nourishes blood and essence
佐/使Assistant & EnvoyTreats accompanying patterns, harmonises the whole
Classical Composition
- Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dang Gui) 9g
- Rhizoma Chuanxiong (Chuan Xiong) 6g
- Radix Paeoniae Alba (Bai Shao) 9g
- Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata (Shu Di Huang) 12g
- Rhizoma Cyperi (Xiang Fu) 9g
- Rhizoma Corydalis (Yan Hu Suo) 9g
Dosages follow the classical source and are shown for study, not as a prescription.
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
Actions
- Moves qi
- invigorates blood
- and regulates menstruation.
Indications
- This formula is indicated for qi and blood stagnation in the chong and ren.
- Signs and symptoms include irregular cycles, clotted flow, and lower-abdominal distension.
Tongue & pulseThe pulse is wiry or choppy.
Traditional Pathogenesis
Cause & mechanism
- This pattern is due to static blood obstructing the vessels and channels.
- Qi and blood stagnation in the chong and ren produces irregular cycles, clotted flow and lower-abdominal distension.
Clinical presentation
- Stasis produces fixed, stabbing pain that is worse with pressure, dark complexion or clotted menstrual flow, and a dark or spotted tongue.
Treatment strategy
- The correct method is to invigorate blood, dissolve stasis, and free the vessels.
- In this formula the emphasis is to move stagnant Qi and blood to regulate the menstrual cycle.
How does this formula compare?
Clinical Perspective
Tiao Jing Wan, Xiao Yao San, Si Wu Tang and Tao Hong Si Wu Tang all regulate menstruation by different mechanisms. Xiao Yao San spreads Liver Qi with mild blood nourishment; Si Wu Tang purely nourishes blood; Tao Hong Si Wu Tang adds stronger blood-moving force. Tiao Jing Wan combines blood nourishment with Qi-moving and pain-relieving herbs for irregular cycles driven by Qi-blood stagnation and dysmenorrhea.
Clinical Differentiation
- Tiao Jing Wan is used for qi and blood stagnation in the chong and ren with irregular cycles and clotted flow.
- It is distinguished from Xiao Yao San (constraint with spleen-blood deficiency) and from Tao Hong Si Wu Tang (blood deficiency plus stasis without as much qi-moving emphasis).
Safety notes: This formula moves qi and blood. It is not appropriate in pregnancy or for deficiency amenorrhea without stagnation.
For educational reference only, based on traditional pattern differentiation — not a substitute for professional advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the actions of Tiao Jing Wan?
Tiao Jing Wan has the actions of regulating Qi and activating blood, nourishing blood, and regulating menstruation to relieve pain. It is primarily used for patterns of Qi stagnation and blood stasis leading to irregular menstruation and menstrual discomfort.
Which modern conditions is Tiao Jing Wan commonly applied to?
In modern TCM clinical practice it is frequently used for patients whose pattern differentiation matches Qi stagnation and blood stasis, including irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), delayed periods with scanty flow or clots, and premenstrual breast distension with irritability.
Is Tiao Jing Wan suitable for improving menstrual pain and irregular cycles?
For presentations of delayed or irregular periods, lower abdominal pain during menstruation, scanty menstrual flow with dark clots, premenstrual breast tenderness, and emotional irritability — when pattern differentiation confirms Qi stagnation and blood stasis — TCM commonly applies Tiao Jing Wan as an adjunct. It cannot replace standard medical evaluation.
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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.