Yue Ju Wan
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越鞠丸 · Yuè Jū Wán
Classic formula for the Six Stagnations (Qi, Blood, Phlegm, Fire, Dampness and Food stagnation). Addresses chest and epigastric oppression, distension, indigestion and emotional constraint from multiple stagnations.
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- Formula Category
- Qi-Regulating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Stagnation
- Primary Function
- Regulate Qi, resolve stagnation of the Six Constraints
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Regulate Qi and relieve the Six Stagnations (Qi, Blood, Phlegm, Fire, Damp, Food)
- Classical Source
- Dan Xi Xin Fa (Teachings of Zhu Danxi, Yuan dynasty)
- Available as Granules
- Yes
Formula Overview
Classic formula for the Six Stagnations (Qi, Blood, Phlegm, Fire, Dampness and Food stagnation). Addresses chest and epigastric oppression, distension, indigestion and emotional constraint from multiple stagnations.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when several constraints coexist — Qi, Blood, damp, phlegm, fire and food — calling for a broad, evenly weighted formula, rather than the specifically Liver-directed Qi movement of Chai Hu Shu Gan San or the constraint-with-deficiency picture that Xiao Yao San addresses.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
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How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Yue Ju Wan | Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Xiao Yao San | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Regulate Qi, resolve stagnation of the Six Constraints | Course Liver Qi, regulate Qi, stop pain | Course Liver Qi, tonify Spleen, nourish Blood | Course Liver Qi, clear Heat, tonify Spleen and Blood |
| Formula Category | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Harmonising Formulas | Harmonising Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation |
| Main Conditions | Chest Tightness ·Bloating ·Emotional Depression ·Poor Appetite | Hypochondriac Distension ·Bloating ·Emotional Depression ·Chest Tightness | Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression ·Poor Appetite ·Irregular Menstruation | Hypochondriac Distension ·Anxiety Restlessness ·Irregular Menstruation ·Emotional Depression |
| Main Herbs | Cyperus Rhizome ·Atractylodes Rhizome ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Medicated Leaven ·Gardenia Fruit | Bupleurum Root ·Cyperus Rhizome ·Chuanxiong Rhizome ·Bitter Orange ·White Peony Root | Bupleurum Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen | Bupleurum Root ·Chinese Angelica Root ·White Peony Root ·White Atractylodes Rhizome ·Poria / Hoelen |
| Classical Source | Dan Xi Xin Fa (Teachings of Zhu Danxi, Yuan dynasty) | Jing Yue Quan Shu (Complete Works of Jingyue, Ming dynasty) | Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang (Song dynasty) | Nei Ke Zhai Yao (Summary of Internal Medicine, Ming dynasty) / also known as Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San |
Clinical Perspective
Yue Ju Wan addresses broad multi-stagnation patterns. Chai Hu Shu Gan San focuses more specifically on Liver Qi stagnation with pain. Xiao Yao San and Jia Wei Xiao Yao San address Liver constraint combined with Blood and Spleen deficiency.
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.