Neurosesaccording to TCM

Formulas that regulate Blood

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas when it stems from irregularities or imbalances in the blood, which may affect circulation or cause other blood-related issues.

One such formula is Bu Yang Huang Wu Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.

Formulas that induce vomiting

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas when the condition is caused by the presence harmful substances that require induced vomiting to expel them as part of the treatment.

One such formula is Gua Di San, with melon stalk as a key herb.

Formulas that clear Qi-level Heat

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas when it results from an intense heat condition at the qi level, affecting the body's energy flow.

One such formula is Zhi Zi Chi Tang, with cape jasmine fruit as a key herb.

Formulas that promote Qi movement

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas if it stems from stagnation or imbalance in the flow of Qi, the vital life energy, within the body.

One such formula is Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang, with crow-dipper rhizome as a key herb.

Formulas that tonify Blood

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas when it is due to blood deficiency, requiring blood-nourishing and enriching actions.

One such formula is Bu Gan Tang, with prepared rehmannia as a key herb.

Formulas that harmonize lesser Yang-warp disorders

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas in cases of imbalances in the lesser Yang (Shao Yang) phase, which often involve alternating hot and cold sensations.

One such formula is Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.

Formulas that tonify Yin and Yang

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas if it stems from a deficiency in both Yin and Yang energies, necessitating a balanced approach to tonification.

One such formula is Gui Zhi Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang, with cinnamon twigs as a key herb.

Formulas that secure Essence and stop enuresis

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas if it is caused by a deficiency in the body's essence, leading to symptoms like involuntary urination.

One such formula is Sang Piao Xiao San, with praying mantis egg-Case as a key herb.

Formulas that pacify and extinguish Internal Wind

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas when it is due to internal wind, which is often associated with spasms, tremors, or dizziness.

One such formula is Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin, with gastrodia rhizome as a key herb.

Formulas that purge Heat accumulation

Neuroses can be treated by these formulas if it arises from an excess of internal heat, needing actions that clear heat and reduce its intensity.

One such formula is Xiao Cheng Qi Tang

Tonic herbs for Blood Deficiency

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs in cases of blood deficiency, working to nourish and replenish the body's blood supply.

One such herb is White Peony Roots (Bai Shao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Bu Gan Tang.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Herbs that pacify Internal Liver Wind and stop Tremors

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when caused by internal wind from Liver disharmony, often manifesting in symptoms like spasms or tremors.

One such herb is Gastrodia Rhizomes (Tian Ma), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin.

Other herbs of this category are listed in the table below.

Tonic herbs for Yin Deficiency

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when caused by a lack of Yin, which is essential for cooling and moistening the body, thereby restoring balance.

One such herb is Lily Bulbs (Bai He), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Bai He Di Huang Tang.

Tonic herbs for Qi Deficiency

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when stemming from a lack of vital energy or Qi, helping to boost energy and overall vitality.

One such herb is Milkvetch Roots (Huang Qi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Bu Yang Huang Wu Tang.

Herbs that clear Heat and purge Fire and/or clear Summer Heat

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when it arises from excessive internal heat or fire, aiding in cooling the body and balancing internal temperature.

One such herb is Cape Jasmine Fruits (Zhi Zi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Zhi Zi Chi Tang.

Aromatic herbs that transform Dampness

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs if it stems from damp accumulation, especially in the digestive system, using aromatic properties to transform and dispel dampness.

One such herb is Houpu Magnolia Bark (Hou Pu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Ban Xia Hou Pu Tang.

Cool/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when the body needs to harmonize with external environmental changes, particularly when there's a need to expel pathogenic factors like wind or cold without overly cooling the body.

One such herb is Bupleurum Roots (Chai Hu), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang.

Herbs that clear Heat and dry Dampness

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when caused by excessive dampness and heat within the body, aiming to restore balance by drying dampness and clearing heat.

One such herb is Baikal Skullcap Roots (Huang Qin), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang.

Warm/Acrid herbs that release the Exterior

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs when there is a need to dispel external cold and warm the body, especially in cases where there is insufficient Yang energy internally.

One such herb is Cinnamon Twigs (Gui Zhi), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang.

Purgative herbs that drain downward

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs in cases of severe constipation or internal heat, using strong downward movement to purge accumulation.

One such herb is Rhubarb (Da Huang), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang.

Herbs that stabilize and bind

Neuroses can be treated by these herbs if it is caused by a leakage of bodily fluids or energies, helping to consolidate and preserve the body's essential substances.

One such herb is Praying Mantis Egg-Cases (Sang Piao Shao), a key herb in some formulas recommended for neuroses, like Sang Piao Xiao San.