Xiang Sha Yang Wei Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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香砂養胃湯 · Xiāng Shā Yǎng Wèi Tāng
A classical digestive tonic for Spleen-Stomach deficiency with Qi stagnation, damp and poor appetite.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Qi-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Spleen Qi Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Tonify Spleen, harmonize Stomach, move Qi, resolve damp
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Strengthen Spleen-Stomach and move stagnant Qi with aromatic herbs
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical digestive tonic for Spleen-Stomach deficiency with Qi stagnation, damp and poor appetite.
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 | Xiang Sha Yang Wei Tang | Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang | Ping Wei San | Li Zhong Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Tonify Spleen, harmonize Stomach, move Qi, resolve damp | Tonify Spleen Qi, resolve phlegm-damp, move Qi | Dry Damp, strengthen Spleen, move Qi | Warm Middle, tonify Spleen Yang |
| Formula Category | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Spleen Qi Deficiency | Spleen Qi Deficiency | Dampness | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Poor Appetite ·Bloating ·Stomach Discomfort ·Nausea | Poor Appetite ·Bloating ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort | Bloating ·Poor Appetite ·Stomach Discomfort ·Diarrhea | Abdominal Pain ·Diarrhea ·Stomach Discomfort ·Poor Appetite |
| Main Herbs | Aucklandia / Costus Root ·Amomum Fruit ·Ginseng Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen | Ginseng Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Tangerine Peel ·Pinellia Rhizome | Atractylodes Rhizome ·Magnolia Bark ·Tangerine Peel ·Fresh Ginger ·Jujube / Chinese Date | Ginseng Root ·Dried Ginger ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Gu Jin Ming Yi Fang Lun (citing Ke Yunbo, Qing dynasty, ~1675) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Xiang Sha Yang Wei Tang is distinguished from Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, Ping Wei San, Li Zhong 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.