Tong Feng Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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痛風丸 · Tòng Fēng Wán
A classical formula for damp-heat bi with red swollen painful joints, classically associated with gouty presentations.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Damp-Heat
- Primary Function
- Clear heat, drain damp, dispel wind, stop bi pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear damp-heat and dispel wind for painful swollen joints
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for damp-heat bi with red swollen painful joints, classically associated with gouty presentations.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Tong Feng Wan | Dang Gui Nian Tong Tang | Si Miao San | Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Clear heat, drain damp, dispel wind, stop bi pain | Clear heat, drain damp, dispel wind, stop pain | Clear heat, dry damp, ease bi pain in the lower body | Invigorate Blood, move Qi, dispel wind-damp, stop pain |
| Formula Category | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Damp-Heat | Damp-Heat | Damp-Heat | Blood Stasis |
| Main Conditions | Joint Discomfort ·Low Back Pain | Joint Discomfort ·Low Back Pain | Joint Discomfort ·Low Back Pain ·Numbness in Limbs | Joint Discomfort ·Muscular Stiffness ·Low Back Pain ·Numbness in Limbs |
| Main Herbs | Atractylodes Rhizome ·Phellodendron Bark ·Stephania Root ·Fish-Poison Yam Rhizome ·Clematis Root | Notopterygium Root ·Ginseng Root ·Sophora Root ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Saposhnikovia Root | Phellodendron Bark ·Coix Seed / Job's Tears ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Achyranthes Root | Large-Leaf Gentian Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Peach Kernel ·Safflower ·Licorice Root |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Li Dongyuan school / classical | Classical TCM formulary | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty, 1830) |
Clinical Perspective
Tong Feng Wan is distinguished from Dang Gui Nian Tong Tang, Si Miao San, Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy.
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.