Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang
Star血府逐瘀汤 (Drive Out Stasis from the Mansion of Blood)
Source: Yi Lin Gai Cuo — Wang Qingren (Qing, 1830)
Last updated July 22, 2026
Description
Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang (Drive Out Stasis from the Mansion of Blood) is the most important formula for Blood stasis in the chest and upper body. Combining Tao Hong Si Wu Tang's Blood-moving base with Qi-regulating herbs, it embodies the principle that Qi moves Blood. Developed by Wang Qingren through extensive anatomical investigation, it has become essential for cardiovascular conditions, chronic headache, insomnia, and chest pain from Blood stasis.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tao Ren | 12g | 14.12% | Jun (Chief) | Breaks Blood stasis, unblocks channels, moistens Intestines. |
| Hong Hua | 9g | 10.59% | Jun (Chief) | Invigorates Blood, dispels stasis, unblocks channels. |
| Dang Gui | 9g | 10.59% | Chen (Deputy) | Nourishes and invigorates Blood, prevents over-dispersal. |
| Sheng Di Huang | 9g | 10.59% | Chen (Deputy) | Cools Blood, nourishes Yin, prevents heat from Blood stasis injuring fluids. |
| Chuan Xiong | 5g | 5.88% | Chen (Deputy) | Invigorates Blood and Qi, moves Qi to assist Blood movement. |
| Chi Shao | 6g | 7.06% | Zuo (Assistant) | Clears heat, cools Blood, dispels Blood stasis. |
| Niu Xi | 9g | 10.59% | Zuo (Assistant) | Invigorates Blood, directs Blood and Fire downward. |
| Chai Hu | 3g | 3.53% | Zuo (Assistant) | Spreads Liver Qi, assists Qi movement to circulate Blood. |
| Zhi Shi | 6g | 7.06% | Zuo (Assistant) | Breaks Qi stagnation, assists in moving stagnation. |
| Gan Cao | 6g | 7.06% | Shi (Envoy) | Harmonizes all herbs. |
| Bai Shao | 6g | 7.06% | Shi (Envoy) | Softens Liver, prevents excess dispersal. |
| Jie Geng | 5g | 5.88% | Shi (Envoy) | Opens Lung Qi upward, serves as guide to chest. |
Total weight: 96g
Preparation
Decoct in water 30 minutes. Take warm. Avoid in pregnancy.
Dosage
Decoction: 1 dose/day in 2 doses. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Use with caution in bleeding tendencies.
Conditions Addressed
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