Yi Yi Ren Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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薏苡仁湯 · Yì Yǐ Rén Tāng
A classical formula for wind-damp bi with joint swelling, heaviness and restricted movement.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Dampness
- Primary Function
- Dispel wind-damp, resolve swelling, ease bi pain
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Drain damp and dispel wind for swollen bi syndrome
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for wind-damp bi with joint swelling, heaviness and restricted movement.
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 | Yi Yi Ren Tang | Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang | Juan Bi Tang | Fang Ji Huang Qi Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Dispel wind-damp, resolve swelling, ease bi pain | Dispel wind-damp, stop bi pain, tonify Liver and Kidney, nourish Qi and blood | Dispel wind-damp, move Qi and blood, stop bi pain | Tonify Qi, dispel wind, drain dampness |
| Formula Category | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Wind-Damp Dispelling Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Dampness | Dampness | Dampness | Qi Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Joint Discomfort ·Muscular Stiffness ·Edema | Low Back Pain ·Joint Discomfort ·Numbness in Limbs | Joint Discomfort ·Muscular Stiffness | Edema ·Spontaneous Sweating ·Joint Discomfort ·Fatigue & Low Energy |
| Main Herbs | Coix Seed / Job's Tears ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Saposhnikovia Root | Pubescent Angelica Root ·Taxillus / Mulberry Mistletoe ·Eucommia Bark ·Achyranthes Root ·Asarum / Wild Ginger | Notopterygium Root ·Pubescent Angelica Root ·Cinnamon Twig ·Mulberry Twig ·Chinese Angelica Root | Stephania Root ·Astragalus Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Classical TCM formulary | Classical TCM formulary | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Yi Yi Ren Tang is distinguished from Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, Juan Bi Tang, Fang Ji Huang Qi 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.