Tong Xie Yao Fang
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痛泻要方 · Tòng Xiè Yào Fāng
A classical formula for painful diarrhoea from Liver overacting on Spleen, with abdominal pain that precedes loose stools and is often linked to emotional stress.
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- Formula Category
- Harmonising Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Stagnation
- Primary Function
- Soothe Liver, strengthen Spleen, stop painful diarrhoea
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Tonify the Spleen, soften the Liver and stop pain with diarrhoea
- Classical Source
- Dan Xi Xin Fa (Zhu Danxi, Yuan dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A classical formula for painful diarrhoea from Liver overacting on Spleen, with abdominal pain that precedes loose stools and is often linked to emotional stress.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when abdominal pain and diarrhoea are clearly linked to Liver-Spleen disharmony and emotion — not pure Spleen deficiency, Kidney deficiency or cold Middle patterns.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Tong Xie Yao Fang | Shen Ling Bai Zhu San | Si Shen Wan | Li Zhong Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Soothe Liver, strengthen Spleen, stop painful diarrhoea | Tonify Spleen Qi, resolve dampness, stop diarrhoea | Warm Spleen-Kidney Yang, astringe intestines, stop diarrhea | Warm Middle, tonify Spleen Yang |
| Formula Category | Harmonising Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Astringent Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Stagnation | Spleen Qi Deficiency | Yang Deficiency | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Diarrhea ·Abdominal Pain ·Bloating ·Emotional Depression | Diarrhea ·Poor Appetite ·Bloating ·Spleen Qi Deficiency | Diarrhea ·Abdominal Pain ·Poor Appetite ·Cold Limbs | Abdominal Pain ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort ·Poor Appetite |
| Main Herbs | White Atractylodes Rhizome ·White Peony Root ·Tangerine Peel ·Saposhnikovia Root | Ginseng Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Honey-fried Licorice ·Chinese Yam | Psoralea Fruit ·Nutmeg ·Evodia Fruit ·Schisandra Fruit | Ginseng Root ·Dried Ginger ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Dan Xi Xin Fa (Zhu Danxi, Yuan dynasty) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Zheng Zhi Zhun Sheng or traditional (Ming dynasty sources) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Tong Xie Yao Fang soothes Liver and strengthens Spleen for painful diarrhoea. Shen Ling Bai Zhu San tonifies Spleen and drains damp for chronic loose stools. Si Shen Wan warms Kidney-Spleen for daybreak diarrhoea. Li Zhong Tang warms the Middle for cold-deficient diarrhoea.
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.