Zuo Ci Wan
Classical TCM Formula Profile
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左慈丸 · Zuǒ Cí Wán
A classical modification of Liu Wei Di Huang Wan for Kidney Yin deficiency with tinnitus, dizziness and visual decline.
Quick Facts
- Formula Category
- Yin-Tonifying Formulas
- Primary Pattern
- Kidney Yin Deficiency
- Primary Function
- Enrich Kidney Yin, calm Liver, improve vision and hearing
- Primary Therapeutic Principle
- Nourish Kidney Yin and calm ascending Liver Yang
- Classical Source
- Classical TCM formulary
- Available as Granules
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Formula Overview
A classical modification of Liu Wei Di Huang Wan for Kidney Yin deficiency with tinnitus, dizziness and visual decline.
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 | Zuo Ci Wan | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | Enrich Kidney Yin, calm Liver, improve vision and hearing | Nourish Liver-Kidney Yin, brighten the eyes | Nourish Yin, clear deficiency Heat | Calm Liver Yang, extinguish internal wind, clear heat |
| Formula Category | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Yin-Tonifying Formulas | Liver-Wind Extinguishing Formulas |
| Typical TCM Pattern | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Kidney Yin Deficiency | Liver Fire |
| Main Conditions | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Tinnitus | Dizziness & Vertigo ·Eye Dryness ·Tinnitus ·Night Sweats | Yin Deficiency Constitution ·Night Sweats | Headache ·Dizziness & Vertigo ·Tinnitus ·Anxiety Restlessness |
| Main Herbs | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Poria / Hoelen ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Alisma Rhizome ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Prepared Rehmannia Root ·Cornus Fruit ·Chinese Yam ·Alisma Rhizome ·Moutan Bark / Tree Peony Bark | Gastrodia Rhizome ·Uncaria Stem with Hooks ·Abalone Shell ·Gardenia Fruit ·Scutellaria / Baikal Skullcap |
| Classical Source | Classical TCM formulary | Derived from Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Yi Fang Ji Jie / later traditional sources) | Yi Zong Jin Jian / Investigation of Medical Formulas (Ming dynasty) | Zhong Yi Nei Ke Za Bing Zheng Zhi Xin Yi (Hu Guangci, 1958) |
Clinical Perspective
Zuo Ci Wan is distinguished from Qi Ju Di Huang Wan, Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan, Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin 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.