Zhuang Jin Tang
Star壮筋汤 (Strengthen the Tendon Decoction)
Source: Tian Jin Zhong Yi Xue Yuan
Last updated October 1, 2026
Description
Zhuang Jin Tang (Strengthen the Tendon Decoction), from the Tian Jin Zhong Yi Xue Yuan (Tianjin University of Chinese Medicine) — a variation of Si Wu Tang.
Actions: Tonifies blood and activates blood circulation; Opens the channels and collaterals; Strengthens muscles and tendons.
Presentation: Chronic musculoskeletal disorders with atrophy and wasting of muscles, tendons and ligaments, reduced joint range of motion and mobility, and generalized weakness, soreness and pain.
Source: Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications: Pharmacological Effects & Clinical Research. Art of Medicine Press, 2009, p. 568.
Composition
| Herb | Amount | % | Role | Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dang Gui
as printed: Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis)
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g | — | — | |
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Dang Shen
as printed: Dang Shen (Radix Codonopsis)
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g | — | — | |
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Wu Jia Pi
as printed: Wu Jia Pi (Cortex Acanthopanacis)
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g | — | — | |
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Sheng Di Huang
as printed: Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae)
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g | — | — | |
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Gu Sui Bu
as printed: Gu Sui Bu (Rhizoma Drynariae)
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g | — | — | |
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Chuan Niu Xi
as printed: Chuan Niu Xi (Radix Cyathulae)
|
g | — | — | |
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Bai Shao
as printed: Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Alba)
|
g | — | — | |
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He Shou Wu
as printed: He Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori)
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g | — | — | |
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Qian Nian Jian
as printed: Qian Nian Jian (Rhizoma Homalomenae)
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g | — | — | |
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Xu Duan
as printed: Xu Duan (Radix Dipsaci)
|
g | — | — |
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