Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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芎归胶艾汤 · Xiōng Guī Jiāo Ài Tāng
A Jin Gui formula (also known as Jiao Ai Tang) for Blood deficiency with cold, presenting with irregular menstruation, spotting, abdominal pain and restless fetus in classical obstetric contexts.
Read the complete guide →Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Blood-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Blood Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Nourish Blood, stop bleeding, regulate menstruation
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Tonify Blood, warm the channels and stop bleeding
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
A Jin Gui formula (also known as Jiao Ai Tang) for Blood deficiency with cold, presenting with irregular menstruation, spotting, abdominal pain and restless fetus in classical obstetric contexts.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for Blood-deficient bleeding disorders of the Chong-Ren with mild cold — a nourishing and securing formula rather than a strong Blood-invigorating or pure Qi-tonifying one.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Tang | Wen Jing Tang | Sheng Yu Tang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Nourish Blood, stop bleeding, regulate menstruation | Warm channels, nourish Blood, regulate menses | Tonify Qi and Blood |
| Formula Category | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Blood-Tonifying Formulas | Qi-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Blood Deficiency | Blood Deficiency | Qi Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Irregular Menstruation ·Abdominal Pain ·Fatigue & Low Energy | Irregular Menstruation ·Dysmenorrhea ·Cold Limbs ·Abdominal Pain | Fatigue & Low Energy ·Irregular Menstruation ·Dull Complexion ·Spontaneous Sweating |
| Main Herbs | Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Donkey-hide Gelatin | Evodia Fruit ·Cinnamon Twig ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·White Peony Root | Ginseng Root ·Astragalus Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Prepared Rehmannia Root |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Yi Zong Jin Jian / classical Qi-Blood tonic tradition |
Clinical Perspective
Xiong Gui Jiao Ai Tang nourishes Blood and stops bleeding with mild warming. Wen Jing Tang warms and invigorates for cold-stasis menstrual disorders. Sheng Yu Tang strongly tonifies Qi and Blood without the same stopping-bleeding focus.
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.