Zhi Shi Xie Bai Gui Zhi Tang
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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枳實薤白桂枝湯 · Zhǐ Shí Xiè Bái Guì Zhī Tāng
A classical formula for chest bi from Yang deficiency with phlegm-Qi stagnation and chest oppression.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Qi-Regulating Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Qi Stagnation
- Primary Function
- Unblock Yang, move Qi, dispel phlegm in the chest
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Unblock chest Yang, move Qi and resolve phlegm obstruction
- Classical Source
- Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han)
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical formula for chest bi from Yang deficiency with phlegm-Qi stagnation and chest oppression.
Therapeutic Principle
Traditionally selected when the presentation matches the core pattern of this formula rather than the neighbouring indications of its related formulas.
Composition
(Sovereign / Minister / Assistant / Envoy)
Related Conditions
Related Health Topics
How does this formula compare?
| Compare | Zhi Shi Xie Bai Gui Zhi Tang | Ban Xia Hou Po Tang | Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Si Ni Tang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Unblock Yang, move Qi, dispel phlegm in the chest | Move Qi, resolve phlegm, dissipate clumps | Invigorate Blood, dispel stasis, move Qi | Restore Yang, rescue from collapse |
| Formula Category | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Qi-Regulating Formulas | Blood-Invigorating Formulas | Yang-Tonifying Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Qi Stagnation | Qi Stagnation | Blood Stasis | Yang Deficiency |
| Main Conditions | Chest Tightness | Chest Tightness ·Emotional Depression ·Sore Throat | Chest Tightness ·Headache ·Hypochondriac Distension ·Emotional Depression | Cold Limbs ·Abdominal Pain ·Stomach Discomfort ·Fatigue & Low Energy |
| Main Herbs | Immature Bitter Orange ·Chinese Garlic ·Cinnamon Twig ·Magnolia Bark ·Trichosanthes Fruit | Pinellia Rhizome ·Magnolia Bark ·Poria / Hoelen ·Fresh Ginger ·Perilla Leaf | Peach Kernel ·Safflower ·Chinese Angelica Root ·Raw Rehmannia Root ·Chuanxiong Rhizome | Prepared Aconite Accessory Root ·Dried Ginger ·Honey-fried Licorice |
| Classical Source | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) | Yi Lin Gai Cuo (Corrections of Errors in Medical Classics, Wang Qingren, Qing dynasty) | Shang Han Lun (Zhang Zhongjing, Eastern Han) |
Clinical Perspective
Zhi Shi Xie Bai Gui Zhi Tang is distinguished from Ban Xia Hou Po Tang, Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang, Si Ni Tang by its specific pattern focus and herb strategy within the same broader clinical domain.
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.