Bu Gu Wan
Star补骨丸 (Tonify the Bone Pill)
Source: Guang An Men Yi Yuan (1990)
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Bu Gu Wan (Tonify the Bone Pill), from the Guang An Men Yi Yuan (Guang An Men Hospital) — a variation of Gui Lu Er Xian Jiao.
Actions: Tonifies qi and blood; Nourishes yin; Strengthens yang; Replenishes jing (essence).
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 689.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Shu Di Huang
as printed: Shu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Shan Yao
as printed: Shan Yao (Rhizoma Dioscoreae)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Ren Shen
as printed: Ren Shen (Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Gou Qi Zi
as printed: Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Dang Gui
as printed: Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Shan Zhu Yu
as printed: Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Gu Sui Bu
as printed: Gu Sui Bu (Rhizoma Drynariae)
|
g | — | — | |
|
Xu Duan
as printed: Xu Duan (Radix Dipsaci)
|
g | — | — |
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Traditional formula information is for educational purposes only. Herbal formulas should be prescribed by a qualified practitioner — dosages and combinations are individualized and can interact with medications.
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