Yin Chen Wu Ling San
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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茵陈五苓散 · Yīn Chén Wǔ Líng Sǎn
Combination of Yin Chen Hao with Wu Ling San. Used for damp-type (Yin) jaundice with fluid retention, thirst and scanty urine, often against a background of Spleen weakness.
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- Formula Category
- Dampness-Draining Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Dampness
- Primary Function
- Drain Damp, promote urination, resolve jaundice
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Clear Dampness, promote urination, resolve jaundice and warm Yang
- Classical Source
- Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Combination of Yin Chen Hao with Wu Ling San. Used for damp-type (Yin) jaundice with fluid retention, thirst and scanty urine, often against a background of Spleen weakness.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected for jaundice where dampness clearly outweighs Heat and fluid retention is evident, pairing Yin Chen Hao with the water-draining Wu Ling San base — milder and less cooling than Yin Chen Hao Tang, which suits frank yang-type damp-heat jaundice.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Yin Chen Wu Ling San | Yin Chen Hao Tang | Wu Ling San | Wei Ling Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Drain Damp, promote urination, resolve jaundice | Clear Damp-Heat, resolve jaundice | Promote urination, drain Dampness, warm Yang | Dry Middle Damp, promote urination, strengthen Spleen |
| Formula Category | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas | Dampness-Draining Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Dampness | Damp-Heat | Dampness | Dampness |
| Main Conditions | Edema ·Damp Constitution ·Frequent Urination | Damp-Heat Constitution ·Dull Complexion | Edema ·Frequent Urination ·Damp Constitution | Diarrhea ·Bloating ·Stomach Discomfort ·Poor Appetite |
| Main Herbs | Virgate Wormwood ·Alisma Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Polyporus ·White Atractylodes Rhizome | Virgate Wormwood ·Gardenia Fruit ·Rhubarb Root and Rhizome | Alisma Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen ·Polyporus ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Cinnamon Twig | Atractylodes Rhizome ·Magnolia Bark ·Tangerine Peel ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen |
| Classical Source | Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun / Jin Gui Yao Lue (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Combination of Ping Wei San + Wu Ling San (traditional) |
Clinical Perspective
Yin Chen Wu Ling San addresses damp-predominant jaundice with fluid retention. Yin Chen Hao Tang is for yang-type damp-heat jaundice with more Heat. Wu Ling San is the pure water-draining base. Wei Ling Tang combines middle-jiao damp drying with water draining.
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.