Zuo Gui Yin Disclaimer
Restore Left Kidney Decoction, Zuo Gui Yin, 左归饮 10g-15g 5g -12g 10g-20g 3g-10g 5g-10g 12g ALERT: Contraindications of each herb - use with caution under these conditions:
Categories and Properties (Click on ⌕ for other formulas in the category)
Category: Tonify ⌕ Subcategory: Tonify Yin ⌕ Family: ⌕ Source: Jing Yue Quan Shu ⌕
Examples of Products Found Online
Health Issues
Peptic ulcer • Chronic allergies • Gastritis • Colitis • Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Constipation • Ear infection • Low white blood cell (leukopenia) • Lead poisoning
Research (sample)
Actions
Indications and Contraindications
Appearance: Tongue - Pulse - Face/other -
Patterns:
Indications:
Contraindications:
Properties
Data adapted from product found online.
Herbs
Cat/Dose
Actions
Properties
Shu Di Huang • Rehmannia • 熟地黄 ♠
Tonify Blood
Tonify blood • Nourish Yin • Tonify essence • Nourish bloodBe mindful of the this herb's cloying nature
Immune system booster • coagulant • antidiabetic • hepatoprotective • hypotensive • anti-aging • antioxidant • antihistamine • emmenagogue
Shan Yao • Chinese Yam • 山药♥
Tonify Qi
Tonify Kidney and essence • Tonify lungs Qi and Yin • Tonify spleen Qi and Yin • Tonify stomach
Antidiabetic • Antidiarrheal • Anti-inflammatory • Estrogenic • Hypotensive • Immunomodulatory
Gou Qi Zi • Goji Berry • 枸杞子 ♥
Tonify Blood
Tonify kidneys • Tonify liver • Tonify essence • Moisten lungs • Nourish Yin • Improve eye sight
Anti-aging• antimicrobial • anticoagulant • antioxidant • anti-diabetic • hepatoprotective • anti-cancer • hypotensive
Fu Ling • Poria Mushroom • 茯苓 ♣
Drain Dampness
Dry dampness • Tonify spleen • Calm spirit • Relief edema • Detox food poisoning • Promote urination
Diuretic • Antibacterial • Anti-inflammatory • Anti-allergic • Hypoglycemic • Antacid • Sedative • Immunity booster
Shan Zhu Yu • Cornelian Cherry • 山茱萸 ♣
Stabilize and Bind
Tonify kidney • Tonify liver • Stop bleeding • Astringe essence • Reduce urine • Regulate menses • Reduce sweating • Stop bleeding
Anti-inflammatory • Antibiotic • Antidiabetic • Antiosteoporotic • Astringent • Diurectic • Hepatoprotective • Hypotensive • Immunomodulatory
Zhi Gan Cao • Licorice Root • 甘草 ♣
Tonify Qi
Tonify Spleen Qi • Tonify Heart qi • Clear heat • Resolve toxicity • Stop cough • Dispel phlegm • Lubricate lungs • Stop wheezing • Reduce spasm • Relieve pain • Harmonize other herb effectsEnters all 12 channels, often serve as envoy in a formula.
Hypoglycemic • Antiarrhythmic • Expectorant • Antidiarrheal • Antiulcer • Hepatoprotective • Antiulcer • Immunostimulant • Antitussive • Antiviral • Detox • Demulcent • Anti-inflammatory • Laxative • Emmenagogue • Antimicrobial • Spasmolytic
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Decoction Directions:
Modifications
For
Caution
Shu Di Huang: Cloying • Pregnancy • Spleen and/or Stomach deficiency • Stagnant phlegm • Stagnant qi
Shan Yao: Yam allergies; Shan Yao antagonizes Gui Sui
Gou Qi Zi: Autoimmune disorder • External excess heat • Loose stools • High fever • Pregnancy • Spleen deficiency • Spleen dampness • Diarrhea • Allergic to tobacco • Peaches • Tomatoes • Nuts • Diabetes medication • Blood pressure medication
Fu Ling: Foods: Vinegar, pickled food
Shan Zhu Yu: Damp heat • Urinary tract infection • Shan Zhu Yu antagonizes Han Fang Ji, Jie Geng, Fang Feng
Gan Cao: High blood pressure • Low potassium • Pork • Seaweed • Chinese cabbage • Anti-diabetic drugs • Diuretic drugs
Notes
Bibliography: [3], [8], [9], [14]
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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