Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Overview
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang originated from Wang Qingren’s Yi Lin Gai Cuo, written during the Qing dynasty, and is a representative formula for invigorating blood, resolving blood stasis, moving Qi, and relieving pain.
Formula Composition
Common ingredients include peach kernel, safflower, Chinese angelica root, Rehmannia root, Chuanxiong rhizome, red peony root, Achyranthes root, Platycodon root, Bupleurum root, immature bitter orange, and licorice root.
Note: The specific formulation proportions may vary among different sources and dosage forms; refer to the instructions for the actual product.
Traditional Actions and Indications
Traditionally used for manifestations of blood stasis in the chest, such as stabbing pain in the chest and hypochondrium, long-standing headaches, palpitations, insomnia, and irritability. In modern applications, it is commonly used according to Chinese medicine pattern differentiation for certain types of chronic pain or circulation-related discomfort.
Precautions
- New-onset chest pain, a squeezing sensation, difficulty breathing, or cold sweats require immediate medical attention and should not be self-treated with this formula.
- Because the formula contains multiple blood-invigorating herbs, pregnant individuals and those with heavy menstrual bleeding, bleeding disorders, or current use of anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications should exercise particular caution.
- Consult a physician regarding use before or after surgery.
- Different preparations should be used according to their specific package instructions.