Dizzinessaccording to TCM
What is Dizziness?
Dizziness encompasses a range of sensations, from feeling faint and lightheaded to experiencing a loss of balance or vertigo—a false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving. It can be momentary or persistent, and it may be indicative of various underlying conditions. Severe dizziness is particularly disorienting, often requiring medical attention to determine its cause and appropriate treatment.
How does TCM view Dizziness?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, dizziness is often perceived as a disharmony within the body's internal landscape. It's considered a symptom of underlying imbalances, whether in Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, Yang, or the harmony between these elements.
Identifying the precise pattern of disharmony is crucial in TCM, as it guides the bespoke treatment—aiming not just to alleviate the symptom of dizziness but to address its root cause and restore the body's balance.
Root Causes of Dizziness in TCM
TCM attributes dizziness to a few key patterns of imbalance. A common cause is the Deficiency of Qi and Blood, leading to inadequate nourishment of the brain.
Another is the disruption of Kidney and Liver Yin, which can destabilize the body's grounding forces and lead to dizziness. Understanding these patterns is essential for a TCM practitioner to effectively tailor a treatment plan that might include acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary adjustments.
Explore below more details about what might cause Dizziness according to TCM.
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- Heat
- Yin Deficiency
- Blood Deficiency
- Phlegm
- Qi Deficiency
- Wind
- Dampness
- Cold
- Qi Stagnation
- Blood Stasis
- Yang Deficiency
- Yang Excess
- Dryness
- Essence Deficiency
- Qi Rebellion
- Qi Sinking
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- Liver
- Kidney
- Lung
- Heart
- Spleen
- Gallbladder
- Stomach
- Large Intestine
- Bladder
- Uterus
- Pericardium
- Small Intestine
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Heat
In TCM "Heat" signifies an excess of Yang energy, leading to an imbalance where heat predominates over the body's cool Yin aspects. This condition is metaphorically akin to an internal over-heating. Symptoms indicative of Heat can include feelings of warmth, fever, sweating, irritability, red face, thirst with a preference for cold drinks, and a rapid pulse. The tongue may appear red with a yellow coating. Unlike the common interpretation of heat in terms of temperature, in TCM, it represents a state of hyperactivity or inflammation in the body.... see more
Heat Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Bitter Taste In The Mouth Thirst Tinnitus Insomnia Dry Stools Constipation Scanty And Dark Urine Restlessness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Damp-Heat | Dizziness, Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Yi Huang Tang |
| Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Nausea or vomiting, Fat malabsorption, Dull yellow complexion, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Bitter taste in the mouth, Tinnitus, Irritability, Feeling of heaviness, Limb numbness, Foot edema, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Alternating sensation of hot and cold, Yellow sclera... see more | Yin Chen Hao Tang |
| Heat in the Blood | Dizziness, Feeling of heat, Red skin eruptions, Thirst, Frequent bleeding, Bloody sputum, Hematochezia, Hematuria, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood, Nosebleeds, Excessive menstruation... see more | Liang Di Tang | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Qing Jing San | Di Gu Pi Yin |
| Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation, Hot palms and soles, Dry stools, Scanty and dark urine, Flushed cheekbones... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang | Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang |
| Half Exterior Half Interior | Dizziness, Chest distension, Bitter taste in the mouth, Dry cough, Anxiety, Restlessness, Vomit, Loss of appetite, Blurry vision... see more | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
| Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing | Dizziness, Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms, Afternoon heat sensation, Evening heat sensation, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Dry throat, Preference for sipping, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emission, Hypersexuality, Dry stools... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Liver Fire Blazing | Dizziness, Irritability, Anger, Tinnitus, Deafness, Temporal headache, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Vivid dreaming, Constipation, Dry stools, Dark urine, Nosebleeds, Cough of blood, Vomiting blood... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Dang Gui Long Hui Wan | Xie Qing Wan |
| Liver Fire insulting the Lungs | Dizziness, Shortness of breath, Asthma, Hypochondriac pain and discomfort, Cough with yellow or blood tinged sputum, Headaches, Flushed face, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Eye hyperemia, Scanty and dark urine, Constipation... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Ke Xie Fang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat | Dizziness, High fever, Convulsions, Stiff neck, Hand tremor, Opisthotonos | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire | Dizziness, Tremors, Irritability, Anger, Tinnitus, Deafness, Temporal headache, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Vivid dreaming, Constipation, Dry stools, Dark urine, Nosebleeds, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood... see more | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang | Zi Xue Dan |
| Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire | Dizziness, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation... see more | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang |
| Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Er Chen Tang | Wen Dan Tang | Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin |
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night sweats, Back pain, Dark urine, Bleeding between periods | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang |
| Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Headaches, Red and irritated eyes, Hearing loss, Ear swelling, Bitter taste in the mouth, Irritability, Painful urination, Swollen and itchy external genitalia, Foul-Smelling vaginal discharge... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang |
| Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes, Blurry vision... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
| Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat | Dizziness or vertigo, Nausea or vomiting, Vertigo, Vivid dreaming, Palpitations, Anxiety, Excessive hunger, Focal distention of the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Slight thirst, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
Yin Deficiency
Yin deficiency in TCM is a pattern of disharmony characterized by a depletion of the body's Yin energy, which represents the cooling, moistening, and nurturing aspects of our physiology. This condition often arises from factors like chronic stress, overwork, insufficient rest, or prolonged illness. Symptoms of Yin deficiency can include a sensation of heat, especially in the afternoon or evening, night sweats, insomnia, a dry mouth or throat, and a red tongue with little coating. There might also be a general feeling of restlessness or irritability. Since Yin is essential for balancing the body's active and warm Yang energy, its deficiency leads to a relative excess of Yang, manifesting as heat or dryness symptoms.... see more
Yin Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Night Sweats Tinnitus Insomnia Flushed Cheekbones Restlessness Dry Throat Dry Mouth Anxiety
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency | Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Dry throat, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Withered and brittle nails, Vaginal dryness, Night sweats, Dry stools, Nocturnal emission, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Ming Mu Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | He Che Da Zao Wan | Tiao Gan Tang | Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Zuo Gui Yin | Si Wu Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Qing Gu San | Yi Guan Jian | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Kidney Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Zuo Gui Yin | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan | Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San |
| Heart Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
| Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Afternoon heat sensation, Dry mouth, Preference for sipping, Dry mouth and throat at night, Night sweats, Cardiac burning sensation, Hot palms and soles, Dry stools, Scanty and dark urine, Flushed cheekbones... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang | Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang |
| Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night dry coughing, Dry throat, Dry mouth, Emaciation, Exertional dyspnea, Lower back pain, Night sweats, Hearing loss, Oliguria... see more | Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan |
| Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing | Dizziness, Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms, Afternoon heat sensation, Evening heat sensation, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Dry throat, Preference for sipping, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emission, Hypersexuality, Dry stools... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Irritability, Insomnia, Occasional palpitations, Anxiety | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Liver Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Dry eyes, Night blindness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull pale complexion, Flushed cheekbones, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Night sweats, Vivid dreaming, Afternoon fever, Hot palms and soles, Preference for sipping... see more | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Bu Gan Tang | Yi Guan Jian |
| Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Heat sensation in palms, Emaciation, Sore throat at night, Thirst, Anxiety, Jumpy, Scanty and dark urine, Dry stools, Dry mouth and throat at night, Nocturnal emission, Pain relieved by pressure and cold, Preference for sipping... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Mu Li San | Zeng Ye Cheng Qi Tang |
| Kidney-Deficiency | Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Tinnitus, Frequent urination, Late menstruation, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face... see more | You Gui Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan | Shi Quan Da Bu Tang |
| Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin | Dizziness, Sore knees, Lower back pain, Knee weakness, Dry mouth, Dry tongue, Blurry vision, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Hair graying, Hair loss... see more | Er Zhi Wan |
| Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory, Night sweats, Anxiety, Tinnitus, Vivid dreaming, Restlessness, Nocturnal emission... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Jiao Tai Wan | Ci Zhu Wan |
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night sweats, Back pain, Dark urine, Bleeding between periods | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang |
| Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang | Dizziness, Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Palpitations... see more | Er Zhi Wan | Er Xian Tang |
| Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes, Blurry vision... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
Blood Deficiency
Blood Deficiency in TCM is like when your body's tank runs low on the vital energy that blood provides. It's not exactly the same as anemia in modern medicine, which is about having too few red blood cells. Instead, Blood Deficiency in TCM is about your body not having enough of the life-giving qualities that blood brings, like nourishment and moisture. This can make you feel tired, look pale, and even feel dizzy or have blurry vision. It's like a garden not getting enough water to stay lush and vibrant. TCM sees this as an imbalance where the body isn't being nourished as it should be, impacting overall health and well-being.... see more
Blood Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Insomnia Scanty Menstruation Amenorrhea Palpitations Poor Memory Pale Lips Vivid Dreaming Anxiety
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi and Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Sheng Yu Tang | Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Ba Zhen Tang | Guo Qi Yin | Zhi Gan Cao Tang |
| Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull shallow face, Pale lips, Poor memory, Insomnia... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Gui Pi Tang | Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Si Wu Tang | Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang | Da Bu Yuan Jian | Ren Shen Zi Xie Tang |
| Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Easily startled, Vivid dreaming, Hysteria, Neurasthenia | Gui Pi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Shen Qi Si Wu Tang | Gan Mai Da Zao Tang | Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang |
| Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Tingling of limbs, Limb numbness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Sheng Yu Tang | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Amenorrhea, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Vivid dreaming... see more | Si Wu Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Bu Gan Tang | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Fine tremor, Facial tic, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation... see more | Si Wu Tang | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Bu Gan Tang |
| Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Irritability, Insomnia, Occasional palpitations, Anxiety | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Pericardium Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest stiffness, Chest pain, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory... see more | Shen Qi Si Wu Tang |
| Spleen and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Generalized fatigue, Muscle weakness, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Scanty menstruation... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Depression, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Heart and Spleen Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Anxiety, Pale face, Poor memory, Diarrhea, Scanty menstruation, Pale lips... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Blood Deficiency and Stagnation | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Lower abdominal pain, Muscle contractions... see more | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Si Wu Tang |
| Blood Deficiency with disharmony of Liver and Spleen | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest pain, Anemia, Headaches, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Loss of appetite, Irregular periods, Leukorrhea, Breast engorgement... see more | Xiao Yao San |
Phlegm
In TCM "Phlegm" as a pattern of disharmony is a complex concept that extends beyond the physical manifestation of mucus. It represents a pathological factor that can disrupt the flow of Qi (vital energy) and blood, leading to various health issues. Phlegm in TCM is seen as a sticky, turbid substance arising from the body's inability to metabolize fluids properly, often due to a dysfunction of the spleen. It's not only associated with respiratory problems like cough and congestion but also with systemic issues. Symptoms can include a feeling of heaviness, mental cloudiness, dizziness, and in some cases, the formation of lumps or masses. Phlegm can even be "invisible," contributing to emotional disturbances like depression or stress. ... see more
Phlegm Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Stifling Sensation In The Chest Feeling Of Heaviness Coughing Shortness Of Breath Sputum Asthma Chest Distension Peptic Ulcer
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, White and watery sputum, Chills, Cold hands, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | San Zi Yang Qin Tang |
| Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Pale face, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Shortness of breath, Discomfort when lying down, Wheezing, Nausea, Feeling of heaviness, Profuse white sputum, Asthma, Chest distension... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Dry cough, Scanty sputum, Shortness of breath, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness, Dry throat, Wheezing, Pale face... see more | Bei Mu Gua Lou San |
| Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus | Dizziness or vertigo, Dizziness, Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang |
| Phlegm | Dizziness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Head fog | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Er Chen Tang | Wen Dan Tang | Xiao Ban Xia Tang | Liu Jun Zi Tang | Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang | Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang | Xing Su San |
| Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm | Dizziness, Coughing, Asthma, Edema, Stifling sensation in the chest, Profuse white sputum | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Xiao Qing Long Tang |
| Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, White and watery sputum, Shortness of breath, Gurgling noise in the chest, Stifling sensation in the chest, Feeling of heaviness, Chills, Cought with sticky phlegm, Itchy throat... see more | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Zhi Sou San |
| Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine | Dizziness, Abdominal distention, Vomiting clear liquid, Dry tongue, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Stomach splashing sound, Chest distension, Diarrhea, Weight loss... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang | Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang |
| Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Er Chen Tang | Wen Dan Tang | Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin |
| Wind-Phlegm | Dizziness, Dizziness or vertigo, Stifling sensation in the chest, Aphasia, Coughing and wheezing with copious sputum, Noisy breathing, Limb numbness... see more | Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang |
| Phlegm-Fluids in the hypochondrium | Dizziness or vertigo, Hypochondrial pain that is worse on coughing and breathing, Shortness of breath, Hypochondriac distention... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang |
| Damp-Cold Phlegm | Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Palpitations, Focal distention, Profuse white sputum, Upper respiratory tract infections, Chronic bronchitis, Emphysema, Goitre... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat | Dizziness or vertigo, Nausea or vomiting, Vertigo, Vivid dreaming, Palpitations, Anxiety, Excessive hunger, Focal distention of the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Slight thirst, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
Qi Deficiency
Qi Deficiency in TCM is like running low on battery power. Qi is the vital energy that powers every function in your body. When there's a Qi Deficiency, it means your body doesn't have enough of this essential energy. This can make you feel tired all the time, weak, or even cause shortness of breath. It's similar to how you feel when you haven't had enough sleep or nutritious food. Your body just doesn't have the energy it needs to perform at its best. Unlike modern medicine, which often focuses on specific physical causes for fatigue and weakness, TCM views Qi Deficiency as an overall energy depletion that affects your entire well-being, and it seeks to replenish and balance this vital energy.... see more
Qi Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Generalized Fatigue Loss Of Appetite Diarrhea Shortness Of Breath Palpitations Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Pale Face Vivid Dreaming
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, General weakness, Weak voice, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Dislike of speaking, Spontaneous sweat, Frequent colds or flu, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of breath... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang |
| Qi and Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, General weakness, Generalized fatigue, Weak voice, Pale face, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Poor memory, Insomnia, Dislike of speaking, Loss of appetite, Limb numbness, Skin numbness... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Sheng Yu Tang | Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Ba Zhen Tang | Guo Qi Yin | Zhi Gan Cao Tang |
| Gallbladder Deficiency | Dizziness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
| Kidney Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Hearing loss, Tinnitus, Back pain, Frequent urination, Nocturia, Premature ejaculation, Excessive menstruation... see more | Qing E Wan |
| Liver Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Xiao Yao San |
| Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath, Weak voice, Pale face, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Belching... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang |
| Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Early menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Lower back pain, Chills, Nocturia, Thin menstrual blood, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Spontaneous sweat, Generalized fatigue... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Heart and Spleen Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Anxiety, Pale face, Poor memory, Diarrhea, Scanty menstruation, Pale lips... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation | Dizziness, Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Headaches, Depression, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer... see more | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
Wind
In TCM "Wind" is a concept that represents a pattern of disharmony, often characterized by its sudden and unpredictable nature, much like a gusty wind changing direction without warning. This pattern is associated with symptoms that come and go quickly or move around the body, such as itching, tremors, or even certain types of pain. Wind is considered to be a primary cause of illnesses that have these rapidly changing characteristics. In TCM, external Wind often refers to illnesses that start suddenly, like the common cold, believed to be caused by external pathogenic factors like climatic changes. On the other hand, internal Wind can be linked to internal imbalances and can manifest in conditions like dizziness or spasms. ... see more
Wind Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Headaches Limb Numbness Convulsions Coma Tremors Poor Memory Insomnia Dry Throat
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Wind | Dizziness, Convulsions, Hand tremor, Paralysis, Coma, Tic disorder, Mouth deviation, Eye deviation, Tremors, Headaches, Limb numbness... see more | Si Wu Tang | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Bu Gan Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat | Dizziness, High fever, Convulsions, Stiff neck, Hand tremor, Opisthotonos | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Fine tremor, Facial tic, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation... see more | Si Wu Tang | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Bu Gan Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire | Dizziness, Tremors, Irritability, Anger, Tinnitus, Deafness, Temporal headache, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Vivid dreaming, Constipation, Dry stools, Dark urine, Nosebleeds, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood... see more | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang | Zi Xue Dan |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising | Dizziness, Severe dizziness, Tremors, Facial tic, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension, Dry throat, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Back pain, Oliguria, Night sweats... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
| Wind-Phlegm | Dizziness, Dizziness or vertigo, Stifling sensation in the chest, Aphasia, Coughing and wheezing with copious sputum, Noisy breathing, Limb numbness... see more | Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang |
| Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp | Dizziness, Swollen and painful joints worsening at night, Joint stiffness, Chills without sweating, Weight loss, Headaches, Shortness of breath, Nausea, Rheumatoid arthritis, Connective tissue disorders, Gouty inflammation... see more | Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang |
Dampness
"Dampness" in TCM is a concept that describes a pattern of disharmony where the body accumulates excess moisture. Imagine the heavy, sticky feeling you get on a very humid day; that's similar to what dampness feels like internally. It can manifest as a sense of heaviness, bloating, sluggishness, or even a foggy mind. This condition is often thought to arise from environmental factors like living in a damp place, dietary habits that promote moisture in the body, or internal imbalances that hinder the body's ability to process fluids properly. In TCM, dampness can obstruct the normal flow of energy and fluids in the body, leading to various symptoms.... see more
Dampness Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Feeling Of Heaviness Nausea Stifling Sensation In The Chest Shortness Of Breath Fever Headaches Tight Feeling In Chest And Stomach Bitter Taste In The Mouth
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Damp-Heat | Dizziness, Fever, Neck gland swelling, Headaches, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Sticky taste in the mouth, Absence of thirst, Feeling of heat, Feeling of heaviness, Bitter taste in the mouth, Acne... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Yi Huang Tang |
| Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Nausea or vomiting, Fat malabsorption, Dull yellow complexion, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Bitter taste in the mouth, Tinnitus, Irritability, Feeling of heaviness, Limb numbness, Foot edema, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Alternating sensation of hot and cold, Yellow sclera... see more | Yin Chen Hao Tang |
| Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Pale face, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Shortness of breath, Discomfort when lying down, Wheezing, Nausea, Feeling of heaviness, Profuse white sputum, Asthma, Chest distension... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus | Dizziness or vertigo, Dizziness, Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang |
| Damp-Cold Phlegm | Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Palpitations, Focal distention, Profuse white sputum, Upper respiratory tract infections, Chronic bronchitis, Emphysema, Goitre... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp | Dizziness, Swollen and painful joints worsening at night, Joint stiffness, Chills without sweating, Weight loss, Headaches, Shortness of breath, Nausea, Rheumatoid arthritis, Connective tissue disorders, Gouty inflammation... see more | Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang |
Cold
In TCM "Cold" as a pattern of disharmony refers to a specific type of imbalance within the body's systems, often linked to a deficiency or weakness. It's not about feeling physically cold or having a common cold, but rather a metaphorical description of certain symptoms and underlying conditions. When a TCM practitioner says someone suffers from "Cold," it usually implies that the body's Yang energy, which is warm and active, is insufficient or overpowered by Yin energy, which is cool and passive. Symptoms of Cold in TCM can include a general feeling of coldness, cold limbs, pale complexion, low energy, slow metabolism, and a preference for warmth. ... see more
Cold Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Chills Frequent Urination Cold Extremities Shortness Of Breath Palpitations Nausea Rheumatoid Arthritis Periarthritis Of The Shoulder
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Bladder Deficient and Cold | Dizziness, Frequent urination, Pale and abudant urination, Urinary or fecal incontinence, Enuresis, Lower back pain, Nocturia, White urethral discharge, Chills... see more | Sang Piao Xiao San | Suo Quan Wan |
| Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, White and watery sputum, Chills, Cold hands, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | San Zi Yang Qin Tang |
| Empty-Cold | Dizziness, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face, Absence of thirst, Apathy, Excessive sweating, Diarrhea, Clear urination, Frequent urination... see more | Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Da Jian Zhong Tang | Ban Liu Wan |
| Damp-Cold Phlegm | Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Tight feeling in chest and stomach, Palpitations, Focal distention, Profuse white sputum, Upper respiratory tract infections, Chronic bronchitis, Emphysema, Goitre... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp | Dizziness, Swollen and painful joints worsening at night, Joint stiffness, Chills without sweating, Weight loss, Headaches, Shortness of breath, Nausea, Rheumatoid arthritis, Connective tissue disorders, Gouty inflammation... see more | Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang |
| Exterior Cold invading the Interior | Dizziness, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Hypochondriac pain, Chills, Low grade fever, Cold extremities, Sweating that doesn't reduce fever, Epigastric palpitations, Twitching, Unsteadiness... see more | Zhen Wu Tang |
Qi Stagnation
Qi Stagnation in TCM is like having a traffic jam in your body's energy system. Qi, the vital life force that flows through your body, is supposed to move smoothly to maintain health and balance. But with Qi Stagnation, this flow gets blocked or slowed down, like cars stuck on a highway. This can lead to symptoms like feeling stressed, emotional mood swings, and physical discomfort, often described as a feeling of fullness or tightness, especially in the chest or abdomen. It's as though the body's internal energy circulation is disrupted, causing various issues. TCM sees this as an energy flow problem, different from modern medicine's focus on specific physiological processes.... see more
Qi Stagnation Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Depression Insomnia Irritability Mood Swings Menstrual Cramps Dark Menstrual Blood Irregular Periods Breast Engorgement
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi And Blood Stagnation | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Depression, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma... see more | Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Wu Yao Tang | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Wei Jing Tang |
| Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire | Dizziness, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation... see more | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang |
| Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation | Dizziness, Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Headaches, Depression, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer... see more | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
| Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat | Dizziness or vertigo, Nausea or vomiting, Vertigo, Vivid dreaming, Palpitations, Anxiety, Excessive hunger, Focal distention of the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Slight thirst, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
Blood Stasis
Blood Stasis in TCM is a concept where the blood flow in the body is not as smooth or efficient as it should be. Imagine a river that's supposed to flow freely, but instead, it's getting blocked or moving too slowly in some parts. This can lead to various health issues, like pain that feels sharp or stabbing, dark bruises, and a complexion that looks purplish. TCM believes that good health relies on the smooth and vibrant flow of Qi and blood throughout the body, so when blood gets stuck, it's like a traffic jam in your body, leading to discomfort or health problems.... see more
Blood Stasis Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Amenorrhea Scanty Menstruation Menstrual Cramps Irregular Periods Insomnia Stabbing Fixed Pain Dark Face Purple Lips
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi And Blood Stagnation | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest pain, Stabbing fixed pain, Dark face, Purple lips, Purple nails, Irritability, Mood swings, Depression, Mottled skin, Foot edema, Abdominal masses, Melena black tarry stool, Menstrual cramps, Amenorrhea, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Prolonged lochia, Irregular periods, Melasma... see more | Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Wu Yao Tang | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Wei Jing Tang |
| Blood Stagnation | Dizziness, Dark face, Purple lips, Stabbing fixed pain, Abdominal masses, Purple nails, Menstrual cramps, Dark menstrual clots, Dark menstrual blood, Lumps... see more | Tao He Cheng Qi Tang | Da Huang Mu Dan Pi Tang | Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan | Di Dang Tang | Dan Shen Yin | Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan | San Zhong Kui Jian Tang | Hai Tong Pi Tang | Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang | Yu Lin Zhu |
| Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang |
| Blood Deficiency and Stagnation | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Lackluster complexion and nails, Muscle tension, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor constitution, Irregular periods, Amenorrhea, Lower abdominal pain, Muscle contractions... see more | Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Si Wu Tang |
Yang Deficiency
Yang deficiency in TCM refers to a state where the body's Yang energy, which is responsible for warmth, activity, and function, is weakened or diminished. This pattern of disharmony often arises from chronic illness, aging, or inherent constitutional weakness. Symptoms of Yang deficiency are typically associated with cold and sluggishness, such as a feeling of coldness, cold extremities, pale complexion, low energy or fatigue, and a desire for warmth. Digestive issues like poor appetite, loose stools, and water retention can also be indicative of Yang deficiency.... see more
Yang Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Tinnitus Chills Generalized Fatigue Depression Frequent Urination Hypertension Chronic Glomerulonephritis Back Pain
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Yang Deficiency | Dizziness, Lower back pain, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation... see more | You Gui Wan | Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Yu Lin Zhu | Er Xian Tang | Tu Si Zi Wan | Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | Ji Chuan Jian |
| Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency | Dizziness, Abdominal pain that worsens with cold, Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Coughing, Vomit, Congestive heart failure... see more | Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Zhen Wu Tang |
| Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang | Dizziness, Menopausal symptoms, Hypertension, Irregular periods, Menopausal hot flashes, Excessive sweating, Irritability, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Palpitations... see more | Er Zhi Wan | Er Xian Tang |
Yang Excess
Yang Excess in TCM refers to a state where there is an overabundance of Yang energy, leading to symptoms of heat and hyperactivity in the body. This pattern of disharmony often arises from factors like stress, excessive physical activity, overconsumption of spicy or heating foods, or an internal imbalance that causes Yang to flare up. Symptoms of Yang Excess include a feeling of heat, red face, irritability, restlessness, thirst, constipation, and a rapid, forceful pulse. Treatment in TCM for Yang Excess aims to cool down and subdue the excessive Yang while nurturing Yin energy to restore balance.... see more
Yang Excess Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Insomnia Headaches Tinnitus Blurry Vision Dry Throat Irritability Deafness Dry Mouth
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Liver Yang Rising | Dizziness, Headaches, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Insomnia, Irritability, Exhaustion, Anger, Stiff neck, Shoulder stiffness, Stiff upper back... see more | Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Da Chai Hu Tang |
| Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Irritability, Insomnia, Occasional palpitations, Anxiety | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising | Dizziness, Severe dizziness, Tremors, Facial tic, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension, Dry throat, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Back pain, Oliguria, Night sweats... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
Dryness
"Dryness" in TCM refers to a state where there is a lack of moisture in the body, much like how the land feels during a drought. It's a pattern of disharmony that can arise from external factors like dry weather or internal issues, such as insufficient fluid intake or certain lifestyle habits. When your body experiences this dryness, you might notice symptoms like dry skin, a scratchy throat, dry eyes, or even constipation. It's similar to the feeling of being parched or having dry, chapped lips in a very dry climate. TCM views this as an imbalance where the body's yin - often associated with moisture and cooling - is depleted.... see more
Dryness Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Dry Throat Dry Stools Dry Mouth Bad Breath Dry Cough Scanty Sputum Shortness Of Breath Stifling Sensation In The Chest
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Dry cough, Scanty sputum, Shortness of breath, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness, Dry throat, Wheezing, Pale face... see more | Bei Mu Gua Lou San |
| Large Intestine Dryness | Dizziness, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Emaciation, Bad breath | Zeng Ye Tang | Ma Zi Ren Wan |
| Dryness in Large Intestine | Dizziness, Constipation, Thirst, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Poor constitution, Bad breath, Irritable bowel syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Mouth ulcers... see more | Zeng Ye Tang |
Essence Deficiency
In TCM "Essence" (Jing) deficiency refers to a depletion of the body's fundamental substance, which is vital for growth, development, reproduction, and overall vitality. Jing, often translated as "Essence," is a unique concept in TCM, seen as the basis of all life activities and inherited from our parents. Essence deficiency manifests in various symptoms, such as chronic fatigue, weakness, slow physical or mental development, fertility issues, premature aging, weak bones, and a lackluster complexion. It can also affect the hair, leading to premature greying or hair loss. This pattern of disharmony often arises from congenital factors, chronic illness, overwork, or excessive behaviors that drain the body's resources. ... see more
Essence Deficiency Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Primary Amenorrhea Lower Back Pain Generalized Fatigue Knee Pain Depression Amenorrhea Apathy Chills
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain, Infertility, Primary amenorrhea, Blurry vision, Absentmindness... see more | Zuo Gui Wan | Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Tu Si Zi Wan | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Huan Shao Dan |
| Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Depression, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan |
Qi Rebellion
Rebellious Qi in TCM is a bit like having a rebel inside your body. Qi, which is the vital energy flowing through your body, is supposed to move in certain directions to keep everything in balance and working well. But with Rebellious Qi, this energy decides to go the opposite way. Think of it like a river flowing upstream instead of downstream. This can cause various issues like heartburn, coughing, or even headaches. It's as if the body's natural flow is disrupted, creating a kind of internal chaos. TCM focuses on correcting this flow, restoring order and balance.... see more
Qi Rebellion Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Headaches Hypochondriac Distention Upper Abdominal Distension Hiccups Sighing Nausea Or Vomiting Belching Stomach Churning
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Rebellious Liver Qi | Dizziness, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Hiccups, Sighing, Nausea or vomiting, Belching, Stomach churning, Irritability, Breast engorgement, Headaches... see more | Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Si Ni San |
| Rebellious Lung Qi | Dizziness, Coughing, Asthma, Nausea, Vomit, Headaches, Loss of consciousness | Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang | Jin Fei Cao San |
Qi Sinking
Qi Sinking is a pattern of disharmony in TCM where the body's energy, or Qi, is thought to "sink" or drop down. Imagine a balloon slowly deflating and falling; that's similar to what happens with Qi Sinking. This can lead to feelings of heaviness, fatigue, and even physical symptoms like prolapse of organs or frequent urination. It's as if the body's energy, which usually supports and holds things in place, isn't able to do its job properly. TCM views this as an imbalance where the uplifting and supporting qualities of Qi are weakened.... see more
Qi Sinking Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking | Dizziness, Uterine prolapse, Prolapsed bladder, Stomach prolapse, Nephroptosis, Anus prolapse, Bearing down sensation in abdomen, Hemorrhoids, Chronic diarrhea, Frequent and urgent urination, Urinary incontinence, Generalized fatigue, Apathy, Intestines prolapse, Vaginal prolapse... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Du Shen Tang |
Liver
In TCM the Liver is viewed as the organ responsible for the smooth flow of Qi, Blood, and emotions throughout the body. It plays a key role in regulating mood, storing blood, supporting digestion, and ensuring the health of tendons and eyes. When the Liver malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to a range of issues such as irritability, mood swings, menstrual irregularities, eye problems, and muscular stiffness or pain. A malfunctioning Liver in TCM reflects not only physical disturbances but also emotional and mental disharmony, emphasizing the holistic approach of TCM in addressing health and wellness.... see more
Liver Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Insomnia Headaches Blurry Vision Depression Vivid Dreaming Irritability Limb Numbness Amenorrhea
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency | Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Dry throat, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Withered and brittle nails, Vaginal dryness, Night sweats, Dry stools, Nocturnal emission, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Ming Mu Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | He Che Da Zao Wan | Tiao Gan Tang | Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Zuo Gui Yin | Si Wu Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Qing Gu San | Yi Guan Jian | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Tingling of limbs, Limb numbness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Sheng Yu Tang | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Dull pale complexion, Scanty menstruation, Limb numbness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Amenorrhea, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Vivid dreaming... see more | Si Wu Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Bu Gan Tang | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan |
| Liver Fire Blazing | Dizziness, Irritability, Anger, Tinnitus, Deafness, Temporal headache, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Vivid dreaming, Constipation, Dry stools, Dark urine, Nosebleeds, Cough of blood, Vomiting blood... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Dang Gui Long Hui Wan | Xie Qing Wan |
| Liver Fire insulting the Lungs | Dizziness, Shortness of breath, Asthma, Hypochondriac pain and discomfort, Cough with yellow or blood tinged sputum, Headaches, Flushed face, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Eye hyperemia, Scanty and dark urine, Constipation... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Ke Xie Fang |
| Liver Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Vivid dreaming, Depression, Irritability, Hypochondriac distention, Irregular periods, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Abdominal distention... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Xiao Yao San |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat | Dizziness, High fever, Convulsions, Stiff neck, Hand tremor, Opisthotonos | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Fine tremor, Facial tic, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Insomnia, Scanty menstruation... see more | Si Wu Tang | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Bu Gan Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire | Dizziness, Tremors, Irritability, Anger, Tinnitus, Deafness, Temporal headache, Flushed face, Eye hyperemia, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Vivid dreaming, Constipation, Dry stools, Dark urine, Nosebleeds, Vomiting blood, Cough of blood... see more | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Feng Yin Tang | Zi Xue Dan |
| Liver Yang Rising | Dizziness, Headaches, Tinnitus, Deafness, Blurry vision, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Insomnia, Irritability, Exhaustion, Anger, Stiff neck, Shoulder stiffness, Stiff upper back... see more | Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Da Chai Hu Tang |
| Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Irritability, Insomnia, Occasional palpitations, Anxiety | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Liver Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Insomnia, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Dry eyes, Night blindness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Dull pale complexion, Flushed cheekbones, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Night sweats, Vivid dreaming, Afternoon fever, Hot palms and soles, Preference for sipping... see more | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Bu Gan Tang | Yi Guan Jian |
| Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire | Dizziness, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Stifling sensation in the chest, Irritability, Melancholia, Depression, Mood swings, Globus sensation, Feeling of heat, Flushed face, Thirst, Anger, Pre menstrual tension, Irregular periods, Pre menstrual breast distension, Excessive menstruation... see more | Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang |
| Rebellious Liver Qi | Dizziness, Hypochondriac distention, Upper abdominal distension, Hiccups, Sighing, Nausea or vomiting, Belching, Stomach churning, Irritability, Breast engorgement, Headaches... see more | Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Si Ni San |
| Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang |
| Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising | Dizziness, Severe dizziness, Tremors, Facial tic, Tinnitus, Headaches, Hypertension, Dry throat, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Poor memory, Back pain, Oliguria, Night sweats... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Feng Yin Tang |
| Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Depression, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin | Dizziness, Sore knees, Lower back pain, Knee weakness, Dry mouth, Dry tongue, Blurry vision, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Hair graying, Hair loss... see more | Er Zhi Wan |
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night sweats, Back pain, Dark urine, Bleeding between periods | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang |
| Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Headaches, Red and irritated eyes, Hearing loss, Ear swelling, Bitter taste in the mouth, Irritability, Painful urination, Swollen and itchy external genitalia, Foul-Smelling vaginal discharge... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang |
| Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation | Dizziness, Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Headaches, Depression, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer... see more | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
| Blood Deficiency with disharmony of Liver and Spleen | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest pain, Anemia, Headaches, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Loss of appetite, Irregular periods, Leukorrhea, Breast engorgement... see more | Xiao Yao San |
Kidney
In TCM the Kidneys are regarded as the body's most fundamental reservoir of Essence, known as Jing, which influences growth, reproduction, and aging. They are not just organs for filtering blood, but a holistic system governing vital life forces. When the Kidneys malfunction in TCM, it can manifest as a variety of health issues, such as chronic fatigue, reproductive problems, imbalances in fluid metabolism leading to edema or dryness, lower back pain, and a sense of fear or insecurity.... see more
Kidney Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Tinnitus Lower Back Pain Night Sweats Back Pain Insomnia Hearing Loss Dry Throat Nocturnal Emission
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency | Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Vertical headaches, Occipital headache, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Tingling of limbs, Dry eyes, Blurry vision, Dry throat, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Withered and brittle nails, Vaginal dryness, Night sweats, Dry stools, Nocturnal emission, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Late menstruation, Infertility, Melasma... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Ming Mu Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | He Che Da Zao Wan | Tiao Gan Tang | Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Zuo Gui Yin | Si Wu Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Qing Gu San | Yi Guan Jian | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Kidney Yang Deficiency | Dizziness, Lower back pain, Tinnitus, Weak and cold knees, Lower back coldness, Chills, Weak legs, Bright pale face, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Leg edema, Female infertility, Diarrhea, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Premature ejaculation, Oligospermia, Low sex drive, Pale and abudant urination, Constipation... see more | You Gui Wan | Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Yu Lin Zhu | Er Xian Tang | Tu Si Zi Wan | Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | Ji Chuan Jian |
| Kidney Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Excessive sweating, Back pain, Hearing loss, Dry mouth and throat at night, Lower back pain, Constipation, Scanty and dark urine, Infertility, Premature ejaculation, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Depression, Anxiety, Heat sensation in palms, Evening heat sensation, Flushed cheekbones, Menopausal hot flashes, Preference for sipping, Evening anxiety... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Zuo Gui Yin | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan | Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San |
| Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night dry coughing, Dry throat, Dry mouth, Emaciation, Exertional dyspnea, Lower back pain, Night sweats, Hearing loss, Oliguria... see more | Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan |
| Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Deafness, Decreased mental sharpness, Retardation, Osteomalacia, Hair loss, Lower back pain, Infertility, Primary amenorrhea, Blurry vision, Absentmindness... see more | Zuo Gui Wan | Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Tu Si Zi Wan | Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Huan Shao Dan |
| Kidney Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Hearing loss, Tinnitus, Back pain, Frequent urination, Nocturia, Premature ejaculation, Excessive menstruation... see more | Qing E Wan |
| Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing | Dizziness, Flushed cheekbones, Restlessness, Insomnia, Night sweats, Low grade fever in the afternoon, Heat sensation in palms, Afternoon heat sensation, Evening heat sensation, Scanty and dark urine, Hematuria, Dry throat, Preference for sipping, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emission, Hypersexuality, Dry stools... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan |
| Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized | Dizziness, Palpitations, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Poor memory, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emissions with dreams, Evening heat sensation, Dry mouth and throat at night, Preference for sipping, Night sweats, Heat sensation in palms, Scanty and dark urine, Dry stools... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Jiao Tai Wan | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Qing Xin Lian Zi Yin |
| Kidneys failing to receive Qi | Dizziness, Exertional dyspnea, Rapid breath, Weak respiratory, Difficulty breathing in, Chronic coughing, Asthma, Spontaneous sweat, Cold extremities, Facial edema, Emaciation, Apathy, Lower back pain, Tinnitus, Clear urination... see more | You Gui Wan | Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang | Ren Shen Ge Jie San |
| Kidney-Deficiency | Dizziness, Scanty menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Back pain, Knee pain, Tinnitus, Frequent urination, Late menstruation, Chills, Cold extremities, Pale face... see more | You Gui Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan | Shi Quan Da Bu Tang |
| Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency | Dizziness, Primary amenorrhea, Lower back pain, Generalized fatigue, Knee pain, Depression, Amenorrhea, Apathy, Chills, Dark face, Dry mouth... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Early menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Lower back pain, Chills, Nocturia, Thin menstrual blood, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Spontaneous sweat, Generalized fatigue... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin | Dizziness, Sore knees, Lower back pain, Knee weakness, Dry mouth, Dry tongue, Blurry vision, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Hair graying, Hair loss... see more | Er Zhi Wan |
| Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory, Night sweats, Anxiety, Tinnitus, Vivid dreaming, Restlessness, Nocturnal emission... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Jiao Tai Wan | Ci Zhu Wan |
| Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night sweats, Back pain, Dark urine, Bleeding between periods | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Zuo Gui Wan | Er Zhi Wan | Liang Di Tang |
| Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency | Dizziness, Abdominal pain that worsens with cold, Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Coughing, Vomit, Congestive heart failure... see more | Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Zhen Wu Tang |
| Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes, Blurry vision... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
Lung
In TCM the Lungs are seen as the organ responsible for controlling Qi and respiration, as well as being a key part of the body's defensive system. They are thought to maintain the balance and flow of air and moisture, and are closely linked to the skin and hair. When the Lungs are imbalanced or malfunctioning in TCM, it can lead to respiratory issues like coughing or asthma, a weakened immune system, dry skin, and emotional disturbances such as sadness or grief. These symptoms are believed to arise from disruptions in the Lungs' ability to regulate Qi and protect the body, highlighting their central role in maintaining overall health and well-being.... see more
Lung Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Coughing Stifling Sensation In The Chest Shortness Of Breath Sputum Feeling Of Heaviness Asthma Wheezing Headaches
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, White and watery sputum, Chills, Cold hands, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | San Zi Yang Qin Tang |
| Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Pale face, Sputum, Stifling sensation in the chest, Shortness of breath, Discomfort when lying down, Wheezing, Nausea, Feeling of heaviness, Profuse white sputum, Asthma, Chest distension... see more | Er Chen Tang |
| Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs | Dizziness, Dry cough, Scanty sputum, Shortness of breath, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness, Dry throat, Wheezing, Pale face... see more | Bei Mu Gua Lou San |
| Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Night dry coughing, Dry throat, Dry mouth, Emaciation, Exertional dyspnea, Lower back pain, Night sweats, Hearing loss, Oliguria... see more | Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan |
| Liver Fire insulting the Lungs | Dizziness, Shortness of breath, Asthma, Hypochondriac pain and discomfort, Cough with yellow or blood tinged sputum, Headaches, Flushed face, Thirst, Bitter taste in the mouth, Eye hyperemia, Scanty and dark urine, Constipation... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Ke Xie Fang |
| Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, White and watery sputum, Shortness of breath, Gurgling noise in the chest, Stifling sensation in the chest, Feeling of heaviness, Chills, Cought with sticky phlegm, Itchy throat... see more | Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Zhi Sou San |
| Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs | Dizziness, Coughing, Shortness of breath, Wheezing, Stifling sensation in the chest, Sputum, Feeling of heat, Thirst, Head and body heaviness, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Er Chen Tang | Wen Dan Tang | Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan | Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin |
| Rebellious Lung Qi | Dizziness, Coughing, Asthma, Nausea, Vomit, Headaches, Loss of consciousness | Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang | Jin Fei Cao San |
| Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation | Dizziness, Coughing, Hypochondrial fullness and distention with pain alleviated by warmth, Headaches, Depression, Apathy, Moving pain, Hepatitis, Chronic cholecystitis, Chronic gastritis, Peptic ulcer... see more | Xiao Chai Hu Tang |
Heart
In TCM the Heart is considered the "emperor" of all organs, primarily responsible for governing Blood and housing the mind, known as "Shen." It plays a crucial role in maintaining mental-emotional equilibrium and controlling the circulation of Qi and blood throughout the body. When the Heart is imbalanced or malfunctions in TCM, it can lead to a range of issues like heart palpitations, insomnia, dream-disturbed sleep, anxiety, and a flushed complexion. Emotional disturbances such as excessive joy or lack of joy are also seen as signs of Heart disharmony. These symptoms reflect not just physical heart conditions but also the state of one's Shen, indicating the interconnectedness of physical and emotional well-being in TCM.... see more
Heart Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Palpitations Insomnia Anxiety Poor Memory Vivid Dreaming Restlessness Night Sweats Easily Startled
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Night sweats, Feeling of uneasiness, Feeling of heat, Heat sensation in palms, Hysteria, Neurasthenia... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
| Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Easily startled, Vivid dreaming, Hysteria, Neurasthenia | Gui Pi Tang | Si Wu Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Shen Qi Si Wu Tang | Gan Mai Da Zao Tang | Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang |
| Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized | Dizziness, Palpitations, Restlessness, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Anxiety, Poor memory, Tinnitus, Hearing loss, Lower back pain, Nocturnal emissions with dreams, Evening heat sensation, Dry mouth and throat at night, Preference for sipping, Night sweats, Heat sensation in palms, Scanty and dark urine, Dry stools... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Jiao Tai Wan | Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Qing Xin Lian Zi Yin |
| Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Tingling of limbs, Limb numbness, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle weakness, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction, Withered and brittle nails... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Suan Zao Ren Tang | Sheng Yu Tang | Zhen Zhu Mu Wan |
| Spleen and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Generalized fatigue, Muscle weakness, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Scanty menstruation... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory, Night sweats, Anxiety, Tinnitus, Vivid dreaming, Restlessness, Nocturnal emission... see more | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Jiao Tai Wan | Ci Zhu Wan |
| Heart and Spleen Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Anxiety, Pale face, Poor memory, Diarrhea, Scanty menstruation, Pale lips... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys | Dizziness, Tinnitus, Insomnia, Palpitations, Poor memory, Lower back pain, Knee pain, Night sweats, Constipation, Menopausal hot flashes, Blurry vision... see more | Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan |
Spleen
In TCM the Spleen plays a vital role in digestion and transformation, converting food into energy and nutrients, and overseeing the distribution of Qi and Blood. It's also crucial in maintaining the health of muscles and limbs and ensuring the blood remains within the vessels. When the Spleen malfunctions in TCM, it can lead to a variety of issues such as digestive disorders, fatigue, weak muscles, bloating, and a feeling of heaviness. It can also cause a pale complexion, poor appetite, and a tendency to bruise easily. Emotionally, a Spleen imbalance is often associated with excessive worry or overthinking, reflecting its role in the interplay between physical and mental health.... see more
Spleen Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Generalized Fatigue Loss Of Appetite Diarrhea Pale Lips Palpitations Pale Face Insomnia Scanty Menstruation
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Spleen and Heart Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Vivid dreaming, Poor memory, Anxiety, Easily startled, Dull pale complexion, Pale lips, Generalized fatigue, Muscle weakness, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Scanty menstruation... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Slight abdominal distension after eating, Generalized fatigue, General weakness, Dull pale complexion, Weak limbs, Diarrhea, Emaciation, Scanty menstruation, Amenorrhea, Insomnia, Limb numbness, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Night blindness, Pale lips, Muscle weakness, Muscle cramps, Withered and brittle nails, Dry hair, Skin dryness, Depression, Lack of direction... see more | Gui Pi Tang | Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang |
| Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath, Weak voice, Pale face, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Belching... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang |
| Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Early menstruation, Pale menstrual flow, Lower back pain, Chills, Nocturia, Thin menstrual blood, Shortness of breath, Palpitations, Spontaneous sweat, Generalized fatigue... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Gui Pi Tang | He Che Da Zao Wan |
| Heart and Spleen Deficiency | Dizziness, Palpitations, Insomnia, Loss of appetite, Generalized fatigue, Anxiety, Pale face, Poor memory, Diarrhea, Scanty menstruation, Pale lips... see more | Gui Pi Tang |
| Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency | Dizziness, Abdominal pain that worsens with cold, Urinary dysfunction, Deep pain and heaviness in limbs, Heavy sensation in the head, Edema, Diarrhea, Palpitations, Coughing, Vomit, Congestive heart failure... see more | Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Zhen Wu Tang |
| Blood Deficiency with disharmony of Liver and Spleen | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest pain, Anemia, Headaches, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Loss of appetite, Irregular periods, Leukorrhea, Breast engorgement... see more | Xiao Yao San |
Gallbladder
In TCM the Gallbladder has a unique role in storing and excreting bile, but more importantly, it's seen as crucial for decision-making and courage. It's closely connected to the Liver, assisting in the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy) and supporting the Liver's role in maintaining emotional balance. When the Gallbladder malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to physical symptoms like gallstones, jaundice, or a bitter taste in the mouth. There might also be digestive disturbances, particularly related to fat metabolism. On an emotional level, a Gallbladder disorder can manifest as indecisiveness, timidity, or a tendency to easily succumb to stress. These symptoms highlight the TCM view of the Gallbladder as integral to both physical processes and emotional resilience.... see more
Gallbladder Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Bitter Taste In The Mouth Hypochondriac Pain Nausea Or Vomiting Irritability Vivid Dreaming Hypochondriac Distention Fat Malabsorption Dull Yellow Complexion
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Hypochondriac distention, Nausea or vomiting, Fat malabsorption, Dull yellow complexion, Scanty and dark urine, Fever, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Bitter taste in the mouth, Tinnitus, Irritability, Feeling of heaviness, Limb numbness, Foot edema, Alternating diarrhea and constipation, Alternating sensation of hot and cold, Yellow sclera... see more | Yin Chen Hao Tang |
| Gallbladder Deficiency | Dizziness, Timidity, Easily startled, Lack of courage, Indecision, Sighing, Blurry vision, Eye floaters, Nervousness, Early awakening, Vivid dreaming... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
| Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder | Dizziness, Hypochondriac pain, Headaches, Red and irritated eyes, Hearing loss, Ear swelling, Bitter taste in the mouth, Irritability, Painful urination, Swollen and itchy external genitalia, Foul-Smelling vaginal discharge... see more | Long Dan Xie Gan Tang |
| Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat | Dizziness or vertigo, Nausea or vomiting, Vertigo, Vivid dreaming, Palpitations, Anxiety, Excessive hunger, Focal distention of the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Slight thirst, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
Stomach
In TCM the Stomach is regarded as the "sea of nourishment," pivotal for digesting food and transforming it into Qi and blood. It works closely with the Spleen to distribute these essential nutrients throughout the body. When the Stomach is out of balance or malfunctions in TCM, it often leads to digestive problems such as bloating, nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, or a feeling of fullness. There may also be issues like acid reflux or a sour taste in the mouth. Emotionally, an imbalanced Stomach can contribute to excessive worry and overthinking, reflecting the TCM belief that physical and emotional well-being are deeply interconnected.... see more
Stomach Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Diarrhea Abdominal Distention Chronic Hepatitis Hypertension Chronic Bronchitis Chronic Gastritis Unsteadiness Blurry Vision
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine | Dizziness, Abdominal distention, Vomiting clear liquid, Dry tongue, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Stomach splashing sound, Chest distension, Diarrhea, Weight loss... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang | Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang |
| Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency | Dizziness, Unsteadiness, Blurry vision, Deafness, Tinnitus, Shortness of breath, Weak voice, Pale face, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Belching... see more | Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang |
| Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat | Dizziness or vertigo, Nausea or vomiting, Vertigo, Vivid dreaming, Palpitations, Anxiety, Excessive hunger, Focal distention of the chest, Bitter taste in the mouth, Slight thirst, Copious thick yellow sputum... see more | Wen Dan Tang |
Large Intestine
In TCM the Large Intestine is primarily seen as responsible for the absorption of fluids and the excretion of waste. It is closely related to the Lung in terms of energy flow and function, reflecting the interconnectedness of organ systems in TCM. When the Large Intestine malfunctions, it can lead to issues such as constipation or diarrhea, abdominal pain, and an inability to let go of emotional waste, like holding onto grief or stress. This is in line with the TCM view that the physical and emotional aspects of health are deeply connected. An imbalanced Large Intestine can also manifest as skin problems, signifying the organ’s role in eliminating toxins and maintaining balance in the body’s internal environment.... see more
Large Intestine Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
Common Symptoms: Dry Stools Dry Mouth Dry Throat Bad Breath Emaciation Constipation Thirst Poor Constitution
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Large Intestine Dryness | Dizziness, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Emaciation, Bad breath | Zeng Ye Tang | Ma Zi Ren Wan |
| Dryness in Large Intestine | Dizziness, Constipation, Thirst, Dry stools, Dry mouth, Dry throat, Poor constitution, Bad breath, Irritable bowel syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Mouth ulcers... see more | Zeng Ye Tang |
Bladder
In TCM the Bladder plays a crucial role beyond its basic function of storing and excreting urine. It is intimately connected with the Kidney system, helping to regulate the body's water balance and being a key component in the processing and elimination of fluids. The Bladder also influences the lower part of the body and the back. When it malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to urinary issues like frequent urination, incontinence, or painful urination. Additionally, there may be problems related to its meridian pathway, such as lower back pain, stiffness, or weakness in the legs. The Bladder’s condition in TCM can also reflect emotional states, with imbalances potentially leading to feelings of fear or anxiety.... see more
Bladder Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Bladder Deficient and Cold | Dizziness, Frequent urination, Pale and abudant urination, Urinary or fecal incontinence, Enuresis, Lower back pain, Nocturia, White urethral discharge, Chills... see more | Sang Piao Xiao San | Suo Quan Wan |
Uterus
In TCM the Uterus (or "Bao Gong") is not just a reproductive organ but a vital system closely linked to Kidney energy, responsible for menstrual health, fertility, and pregnancy. It's also connected to the Heart and Liver, reflecting the importance of emotional and blood health in reproductive wellness. In TCM, the Uterus is seen as a reservoir of Blood and Qi, crucial for reproductive health and general vitality. When the Uterus malfunctions or is imbalanced, it can lead to menstrual irregularities, infertility, miscarriages, or menopausal symptoms. Additionally, there might be symptoms like lower abdominal pain or emotional disturbances such as mood swings, often linked to Liver Qi stagnation. These manifestations highlight the TCM perspective that the health of the Uterus is intertwined with the overall balance of energy and blood in the body, as well as emotional well-being.... see more
Uterus Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus | Dizziness or vertigo, Dizziness, Late menstruation, Amenorrhea, Scanty menstruation, Lower abdominal pain, Abdominal heaviness, Stifling sensation in the chest, Generalized fatigue, Diarrhea, Dull pale complexion, Obesity, Infertility, Ovarian cysts, Ovarian fibroids, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Pseudocyesis, Sputum, Feeling of heaviness... see more | Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang |
Pericardium
In TCM the Pericardium is more than a physical membrane protecting the heart; it's considered an organ system that acts as the "Heart's protector." It plays a crucial role in safeguarding the heart from external pathogenic factors and emotional disturbances. The Pericardium is also involved in regulating blood circulation and influencing emotional well-being, especially in terms of relationships and intimacy. When the Pericardium malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to symptoms that mirror heart issues, such as chest pain or palpitations, but often with an emotional component like difficulty in forming emotional connections or excessive vulnerability to external stressors. Additionally, a disturbed Pericardium can result in sleep disturbances, anxiety, and in severe cases, mental confusion, reflecting its integral role in both physical heart protection and emotional balance.... see more
Pericardium Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Pericardium Blood Deficiency | Dizziness, Chest distension, Chest stiffness, Chest pain, Palpitations, Insomnia, Poor memory... see more | Shen Qi Si Wu Tang |
Small Intestine
In TCM the Small Intestine plays a critical role in receiving partially digested food from the Stomach and further separating the clear from the turbid, essentially distinguishing nutrients from waste. This process is vital for proper absorption and assimilation of food. The Small Intestine is also associated with clarity of judgment and decision-making. When it malfunctions or is imbalanced in TCM, it can lead to digestive issues such as abdominal pain, bloating, poor appetite, or irregular bowel movements. Additionally, a malfunctioning Small Intestine may manifest as mental confusion or difficulty in making decisions, reflecting its role in discernment and clarity in both physical and mental realms. ... see more
Small Intestine Patterns That Can Lead to Dizziness
| Pattern Name | Relevant Symptoms | Relevant Formulas |
|---|---|---|
| Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine | Dizziness, Abdominal distention, Vomiting clear liquid, Dry tongue, Dry mouth without desire to drink, Stomach splashing sound, Chest distension, Diarrhea, Weight loss... see more | Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang | Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang |
TCM Herbal Formulas for Dizziness
In TCM, formulas and herbs are selected based on the individual's unique pattern of disharmony. For dizziness resulting from Qi and Blood Deficiency, a practitioner might recommend Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, a formula designed to enhance Qi while nurturing Blood.
For a pattern of Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liu Wei Di Huang Wan may be used to nourish Yin and provide a stabilizing effect. These formulas are part of a broader strategy to realign the body's energies and alleviate dizziness.
Explore below some TCM herbal formulas used to address dizziness, organized by cause and by formula type.
- By Cause
- By Formula Type
- Heat
- Yin Deficiency
- Blood Deficiency
- Phlegm
- Qi Deficiency
- Wind
- Dampness
- Cold
- Qi Stagnation
- Blood Stasis
- Yang Deficiency
- Yang Excess
- Dryness
- Essence Deficiency
- Qi Rebellion
- Qi Sinking
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- Formulas that nourish yin and tonify
- Formulas that tonify blood
- Formulas that invigorate blood and dispel blood stagnation
- Formulas that nourish the heart and calm the mind
- Formulas that warm yang and tonify
- Formulas that clear heat from the organs
- Formulas that tonify yin and yang
- Formulas that tonify qi and blood
- Formulas that pacify and extinguish internal wind
- Formulas that tonify qi
- Formulas that tonify
- Formulas that harmonize liver-Spleen
- Formulas that clear internal abscesses and sores
- Formulas that dry dampness and transform phlegm
- Formulas that clear heat from deficiency
- Formulas for a rebellious qi
- Formulas that promote qi movement
- Formulas that secure essence and stop enuresis
- Formulas that warm and transform water and dampness
- Formulas that warm and transform phlegm-Cold
- Formulas that dispel phlegm
- Formulas that warm the middle and dispel cold
- Formulas that harmonize lesser yang-warp disorders
- Formulas that sedate and calm the mind
- Formulas that moisten intestines and unblock bowels
- Formulas that transform phlegm and extinguish wind
- Formulas that clear wind-Cold
- Formulas that secure irregular uterine bleeding and stop vaginal discharge
- Formulas that clear external abscesses and sores
- External formulas for external disorders
- Formulas that warm the meridians and disperse cold
- Formulas that clear heat and expel dampness
- Formulas that clear blood-Heat
- Formulas that warm and purge
- Formulas that dispel wind-Damp
- Formulas that enrich yin and moisten dryness
- Formulas that stop bleeding
- Formulas that dredge and disperse external wind
- Formulas that clear heat and open sensory orifices
- Formulas that release the exterior and purge the interior
- Formulas that clear liver-Heat
- Formulas that disperse dryness and moisten
- Formulas that harmonize stomach-Intestines
- Formulas that clear heat and transform phlegm
- Formulas that clear lung-Heat
- Formulas that rescue devastated yang
- Formulas that stabilize exterior and stop sweating
- Formulas that simultaneously attack and tonify
Top Formula for Heat:
Long Dan Xie Gan Tang
Suitable for Heat patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Damp-Heat or Heat in the Blood
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Heat
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Damp-Heat, Heat in the Blood, Liver Fire Blazing, Liver Fire insulting the Lungs, Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder... see more |
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys... see more |
| Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys... see more |
| Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire... see more |
| Wen Dan Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs, Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat... see more |
| Liang Di Tang | Heat in the Blood, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood |
| Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Heat in the Blood, Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
| Feng Yin Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire... see more |
| Zuo Gui Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood |
| Suan Zao Ren Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Er Zhi Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood |
| Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat |
| Er Chen Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Half Exterior Half Interior |
| Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan | Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing |
| Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Yi Huang Tang | Damp-Heat |
| Yin Chen Hao Tang | Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder |
| Qing Jing San | Heat in the Blood |
| Di Gu Pi Yin | Heat in the Blood |
| Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Long Hui Wan | Liver Fire Blazing |
| Xie Qing Wan | Liver Fire Blazing |
| Ke Xie Fang | Liver Fire insulting the Lungs |
| Zi Xue Dan | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire |
| Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang | Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
| Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
Top Formula for Yin Deficiency:
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Suitable for Yin Deficiency patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency or Kidney Yin Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Yin Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys, Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Zuo Gui Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney-Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Heart Yin Deficiency, Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency, Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys... see more |
| Er Zhi Wan | Kidney-Deficiency, Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang... see more |
| Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing... see more |
| Suan Zao Ren Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency |
| He Che Da Zao Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney-Deficiency |
| Liang Di Tang | Kidney-Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood |
| Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Kidney-Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Zuo Gui Yin | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Yi Guan Jian | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Si Wu Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Bu Gan Tang | Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| You Gui Wan | Kidney-Deficiency |
| Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency |
| Tiao Gan Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Kidney-Deficiency |
| Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Jiao Tai Wan | Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Er Xian Tang | Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang |
| Ming Mu Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Qing Gu San | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San | Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Ci Zhu Wan | Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan | Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency |
| Mu Li San | Yin Deficiency |
| Zeng Ye Cheng Qi Tang | Yin Deficiency |
Top Formula for Blood Deficiency:
Gui Pi Tang
Suitable for Blood Deficiency patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Qi and Blood Deficiency or Blood Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Blood Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Gui Pi Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Heart and Spleen Deficiency, Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Spleen and Heart Blood Deficiency... see more |
| Si Wu Tang | Blood Deficiency, Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency and Stagnation... see more |
| Suan Zao Ren Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency, Blood Deficiency |
| Bu Gan Tang | Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency... see more |
| Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency |
| Sheng Yu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency, Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency |
| Shen Qi Si Wu Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency, Pericardium Blood Deficiency |
| Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| He Che Da Zao Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency |
| Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Liver Blood Deficiency |
| E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency |
| Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Blood Deficiency and Stagnation |
| Xiao Yao San | Blood Deficiency with disharmony of Liver and Spleen |
| Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Ba Zhen Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Guo Qi Yin | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Zhi Gan Cao Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang | Blood Deficiency |
| Da Bu Yuan Jian | Blood Deficiency |
| Ren Shen Zi Xie Tang | Blood Deficiency |
| Gan Mai Da Zao Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency |
| Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan | Heart Blood Deficiency |
Top Formula for Phlegm:
Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Suitable for Phlegm patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs or Phlegm
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Phlegm
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs, Phlegm, Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine, Phlegm-Fluids in the hypochondrium... see more |
| Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs, Damp-Cold Phlegm, Phlegm, Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Wen Dan Tang | Phlegm, Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs, Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat... see more |
| Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs, Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm, Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs... see more |
| Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang | Phlegm, Wind-Phlegm |
| Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine |
| Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| San Zi Yang Qin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Bei Mu Gua Lou San | Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
| Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
| Xiao Ban Xia Tang | Phlegm |
| Liu Jun Zi Tang | Phlegm |
| Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang | Phlegm |
| Xing Su San | Phlegm |
| Xiao Qing Long Tang | Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm |
| Zhi Sou San | Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs |
| Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang | Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine |
| Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang | Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine |
| Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
Top Formula for Qi Deficiency:
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Suitable for Qi Deficiency patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Qi Deficiency or Qi and Blood Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Qi Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Qi Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency, Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency, Liver Qi Deficiency... see more |
| Gui Pi Tang | Qi Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency, Heart and Spleen Deficiency... see more |
| Si Wu Tang | Liver Qi Deficiency |
| He Che Da Zao Wan | Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency |
| Wen Dan Tang | Gallbladder Deficiency |
| Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation |
| Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Qi Deficiency |
| Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Sheng Yu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Xiao Yao San | Liver Qi Deficiency |
| Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Ba Zhen Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Guo Qi Yin | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Zhi Gan Cao Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Qing E Wan | Kidney Qi Deficiency |
Top Formula for Wind:
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin
Suitable for Wind patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Interior Wind or Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Wind
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire... see more |
| E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Feng Yin Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Si Wu Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Bu Gan Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang | Wind-Phlegm |
| Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang | Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp |
| Zi Xue Dan | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire |
Top Formula for Dampness:
Er Chen Tang
Suitable for Dampness patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs or Damp-Cold Phlegm
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Dampness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs, Damp-Cold Phlegm |
| Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Damp-Heat |
| Yi Huang Tang | Damp-Heat |
| Yin Chen Hao Tang | Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder |
| Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang | Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp |
| Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
| Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
Top Formula for Cold:
Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang
Suitable for Cold patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Cold
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Er Chen Tang | Damp-Cold Phlegm |
| Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Zhen Wu Tang | Exterior Cold invading the Interior |
| Sang Piao Xiao San | Bladder Deficient and Cold |
| Suo Quan Wan | Bladder Deficient and Cold |
| San Zi Yang Qin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Empty-Cold |
| Da Jian Zhong Tang | Empty-Cold |
| Ban Liu Wan | Empty-Cold |
| Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang | Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp |
Top Formula for Qi Stagnation:
Jia Wei Xiao Yao San
Suitable for Qi Stagnation patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Qi And Blood Stagnation or Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Qi Stagnation
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Qi And Blood Stagnation, Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
| Wen Dan Tang | Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat |
| Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation |
| Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Wu Yao Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Wei Jing Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang | Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
Top Formula for Blood Stasis:
Tao Hong Si Wu Tang
Suitable for Blood Stasis patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Qi And Blood Stagnation or Blood Deficiency and Stagnation
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Blood Stasis
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation, Blood Deficiency and Stagnation |
| Gui Pi Tang | Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Si Wu Tang | Blood Deficiency and Stagnation |
| Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Yu Lin Zhu | Blood Stagnation |
| Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Wu Yao Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Wei Jing Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Tao He Cheng Qi Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Da Huang Mu Dan Pi Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan | Blood Stagnation |
| Di Dang Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Dan Shen Yin | Blood Stagnation |
| Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan | Blood Stagnation |
| San Zhong Kui Jian Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Hai Tong Pi Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang | Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency |
Top Formula for Yang Deficiency:
Er Xian Tang
Suitable for Yang Deficiency patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Kidney Yang Deficiency or Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Yang Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Er Xian Tang | Kidney Yang Deficiency, Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang |
| Er Zhi Wan | Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang |
| You Gui Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Yu Lin Zhu | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Tu Si Zi Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Zhen Wu Tang | Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Ji Chuan Jian | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
Top Formula for Yang Excess:
Qi Ju Di Huang Wan
Suitable for Yang Excess patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Liver Yang Rising or Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Yang Excess
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Liver Yang Rising, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Liver Yang Rising, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Liver Yang Rising, Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency |
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Liver Yang Rising |
| E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Feng Yin Tang | Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising |
| Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Liver Yang Rising |
| Da Chai Hu Tang | Liver Yang Rising |
Top Formula for Dryness:
Zeng Ye Tang
Suitable for Dryness patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Large Intestine Dryness or Dryness in Large Intestine
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Dryness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Zeng Ye Tang | Large Intestine Dryness, Dryness in Large Intestine |
| Bei Mu Gua Lou San | Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Ma Zi Ren Wan | Large Intestine Dryness |
Top Formula for Essence Deficiency:
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan
Suitable for Essence Deficiency patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Essence Deficiency
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Zuo Gui Wan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| He Che Da Zao Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Tu Si Zi Wan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Huan Shao Dan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
Top Formula for Qi Rebellion:
Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang
Suitable for Qi Rebellion patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Rebellious Lung Qi
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Qi Rebellion
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang | Rebellious Lung Qi |
| Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Rebellious Liver Qi |
| Si Ni San | Rebellious Liver Qi |
| Jin Fei Cao San | Rebellious Lung Qi |
Top Formula for Qi Sinking:
Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang
Suitable for Qi Sinking patterns that may cause dizziness, such as Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking
Learn moreAll Formulas Recommended for Dizziness Caused by Qi Sinking
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For |
|---|---|
| Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking |
| Du Shen Tang | Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking |
Formulas that nourish Yin and tonify
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency or Kidney Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, with prepared rehmannia as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that nourish yin and tonify" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Liu Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing, Blood Deficiency, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys, Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Zuo Gui Wan | Kidney-Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Essence Deficiency, Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Qi Ju Di Huang Wan | Interior Wind, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Yang Rising, Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Er Zhi Wan | Kidney-Deficiency, Deficiency of the Liver and Kidney Yin, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood, Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang... see more |
| Liang Di Tang | Kidney-Deficiency, Heat in the Blood, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency causing Heat in the Blood... see more |
| Zhi Bo Di Huang Wan | Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency With Empty-Heat Blazing, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Ba Wei Di Huang Wan | Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Tiao Gan Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Gui Shao Di Huang Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Blood and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Zuo Gui Yin | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency |
| Yi Guan Jian | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Ming Mu Di Huang Wan | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
| Di Gu Pi Yin | Heat in the Blood |
| Ba Xian Chang Shou Wan | Kidney and Lung Yin Deficiency |
| Da Bu Yuan Jian | Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify Blood
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency or Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Si Wu Tang, with prepared rehmannia as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that tonify blood" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Si Wu Tang | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Heart Blood Deficiency, Interior Wind, Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Qi Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency and Stagnation... see more |
| Bu Gan Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Dang Gui Di Huang Yin | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidney-Deficiency... see more |
| Tao Hong Si Wu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation, Blood Deficiency and Stagnation |
| Shen Qi Si Wu Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency, Pericardium Blood Deficiency |
| Sheng Yu Tang | Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang | Blood Deficiency |
| Guo Qi Yin | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Ren Shen Zi Xie Tang | Blood Deficiency |
| Shao Yao Gan Cao Tang | Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that nourish the Heart and calm the Mind
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Heart Yin Deficiency or Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan, with unprepared rehmannia as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that nourish the heart and calm the mind" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan | Heart Yin Deficiency, Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency, Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized, Disharmony between Heart and Kidneys... see more |
| Suan Zao Ren Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency, Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Bai Zi Yang Xin Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized |
| Jiao Tai Wan | Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency, Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized |
| Zhen Xin An Shen Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Yang Rising |
| Huang Lian E Jiao Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Gan Mai Da Zao Tang | Heart Blood Deficiency |
| Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan | Heart Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify Yin and Yang
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency or Kidney-Deficiency.
One such formula is He Che Da Zao Wan, with human placenta as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that tonify yin and yang" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| He Che Da Zao Wan | Liver Blood and Kidney Essence Deficiency, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency, Kidney-Deficiency... see more |
| Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan | Kidney Essence Deficiency, Kidney Yin Deficiency, Liver Blood Deficiency |
| Shi Quan Da Bu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency, Kidney-Deficiency |
| Er Xian Tang | Kidney Yang Deficiency, Deficiency of both the Kidney Yin and Yang |
| Huan Shao Dan | Kidney Essence Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify Qi and Blood
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi Deficiency or Qi and Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Gui Pi Tang, with ginseng as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that tonify qi and blood" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Gui Pi Tang | Qi Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency, Heart and Spleen Deficiency, Heart Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Spleen and Heart Blood Deficiency, Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency... see more |
| Gu Ben Zhi Beng Tang | Qi Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Ba Zhen Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
| Zhi Gan Cao Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify Qi
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi Deficiency or Qi and Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that tonify qi" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang | Qi Deficiency, Qi and Blood Deficiency, Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency, Spleen or Kidney Qi Deficiency, Liver Qi Deficiency, Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking... see more |
| Ren Shen Ge Jie San | Kidneys failing to receive Qi, Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Liu Jun Zi Tang | Phlegm |
Formulas that clear Heat from the Organs
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Damp-Heat or Heat in the Blood.
One such formula is Long Dan Xie Gan Tang, with chinese gentian as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that clear heat from the organs" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Long Dan Xie Gan Tang | Damp-Heat, Heat in the Blood, Liver Fire Blazing, Liver Fire insulting the Lungs, Heat Excess in the Liver or Gallbladder... see more |
| Qing Xin Lian Zi Yin | Kidneys And Heart Not Harmonized |
| Dang Gui Long Hui Wan | Liver Fire Blazing |
| Xie Qing Wan | Liver Fire Blazing |
| Ma Xing Shi Gan Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
Formulas that pacify and extinguish Internal Wind
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Interior Wind or Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat.
One such formula is Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin, with gastrodia rhizome as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that pacify and extinguish internal wind" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Yang Rising, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire, Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang | Interior Wind, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Blood Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
| Zhen Gan Xi Feng Tang | Interior Wind, Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency, Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Yang Rising... see more |
Formulas that dry Dampness and transform Phlegm
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs or Damp-Cold Phlegm.
One such formula is Er Chen Tang, with crow-dipper rhizome as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that dry dampness and transform phlegm" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Lungs, Damp-Cold Phlegm, Phlegm, Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
| Wen Dan Tang | Gallbladder Deficiency, Phlegm, Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs, Qi Stagnation in Gallbladder and Stomach with Phlegm Heat... see more |
| Xiong Gui Er Chen Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
Formulas that harmonize Liver-Spleen
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi And Blood Stagnation or Heat in the Blood.
One such formula is Jia Wei Xiao Yao San, with bupleurum root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that harmonize liver-Spleen" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Jia Wei Xiao Yao San | Qi And Blood Stagnation, Heat in the Blood, Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
| Xiao Yao San | Liver Qi Deficiency, Blood Deficiency with disharmony of Liver and Spleen |
| Si Ni San | Rebellious Liver Qi |
Formulas that warm and transform water and Dampness
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs or Phlegm.
One such formula is Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang, with poria-cocos mushroom as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that warm and transform water and dampness" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs, Phlegm, Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine, Phlegm-Fluids in the hypochondrium... see more |
| Zhen Wu Tang | Spleen or Kidney Yang Deficiency, Exterior Cold invading the Interior |
Formulas that warm Yang and tonify
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney-Deficiency or Kidney Yang Deficiency.
One such formula is You Gui Wan, with prepared aconite as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that warm yang and tonify" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| You Gui Wan | Kidney-Deficiency, Kidney Yang Deficiency, Kidneys failing to receive Qi |
| Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency, Kidney Essence Deficiency |
| Tu Si Zi Wan | Kidney Essence Deficiency, Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Qing E Wan | Kidney Qi Deficiency |
| Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
Formulas that invigorate Blood and dispel Blood Stagnation
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi And Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang, with szechuan lovage root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that invigorate blood and dispel blood stagnation" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Shao Fu Zhu Yu Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Tao He Cheng Qi Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan | Blood Stagnation |
| Di Dang Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Dan Shen Yin | Blood Stagnation |
| Da Huang Zhe Chong Wan | Blood Stagnation |
| Xuan Yu Tong Jing Tang | Stagnant Liver Qi turning into Fire |
| Dang Gui Shao Yao San | Spleen and Liver Blood Deficiency |
Formulas that tonify
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi and Blood Deficiency or Blood Deficiency.
One such formula is Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang, with ginseng as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that tonify" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency, Blood Deficiency |
| Yu Lin Zhu | Blood Stagnation, Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Ba Zhen Yi Mu Tang | Qi and Blood Deficiency |
Formulas for a rebellious Qi
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidneys failing to receive Qi or Rebellious Lung Qi.
One such formula is Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang, with perilla seeds as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas for a rebellious qi" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang | Kidneys failing to receive Qi, Rebellious Lung Qi |
| Xiao Ban Xia Tang | Phlegm |
| Xuan Fu Dai Zhe Tang | Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine |
Formulas that harmonize lesser Yang-warp disorders
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Half Exterior Half Interior or Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine.
One such formula is Xiao Chai Hu Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that harmonize lesser yang-warp disorders" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Xiao Chai Hu Tang | Half Exterior Half Interior, Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine, Lung Qi Deficiency and Liver Qi Stagnation... see more |
| Hao Qin Qing Dan Tang | Phlegm |
Formulas that sedate and calm the Mind
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency or Liver Yang Rising.
One such formula is Zhen Zhu Mu Wan, with mother of pearl as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that sedate and calm the mind" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Zhen Zhu Mu Wan | Liver and Heart Blood Deficiency, Liver Yang Rising, Liver Yang Rising with Blood and Yin Deficiency... see more |
| Ci Zhu Wan | Heart and Kidney Yin Deficiency |
Formulas that clear internal abscesses and sores
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi And Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is Wei Jing Tang, with common reed rhizome as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that clear internal abscesses and sores" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Wei Jing Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Da Huang Mu Dan Pi Tang | Blood Stagnation |
| Qing Xin Li Ge Tang | Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs |
Formulas that warm and transform Phlegm-Cold
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs or Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm.
One such formula is Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang, with dried ginger as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that warm and transform phlegm-Cold" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ling Gan Wu Wei Jiang Xin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs, Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm, Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs... see more |
| San Zi Yang Qin Tang | Cold-Phlegm in the Lungs |
Formulas that transform Phlegm and extinguish Wind
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm or Wind-Phlegm.
One such formula is Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang, with crow-dipper rhizome as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that transform phlegm and extinguish wind" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ban Xia Bai Zhu Tian Ma Tang | Phlegm, Wind-Phlegm |
| Zhi Sou San | Phlegm-Fluids in the Lungs |
Formulas that dredge and disperse External Wind
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Liver Wind agitating Internally due to extreme Heat or Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire.
One such formula is Feng Yin Tang, with dragon bones as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Heat from Deficiency
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang, with softshell turtle shell as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that clear heat from deficiency" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Qing Hao Bie Jia Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Dang Gui Liu Huang Tang | Empty-Heat or Fire caused by Yin Deficiency |
| Qing Gu San | Kidney and Liver Yin Deficiency |
Formulas that promote Qi movement
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi And Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is Wu Yao Tang, with lindera root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that promote qi movement" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Wu Yao Tang | Qi And Blood Stagnation |
| Chai Hu Shu Gan San | Rebellious Liver Qi |
Formulas that dispel Phlegm
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs.
One such formula is Bei Mu Gua Lou San, with sichuan fritillary bulb as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that dispel phlegm" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Bei Mu Gua Lou San | Dry-Phlegm in the Lungs |
| Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang | Damp-Phlegm in the Uterus |
Formulas that moisten Intestines and unblock bowels
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney Yang Deficiency.
One such formula is Ji Chuan Jian, with desert-living cistanche as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that moisten intestines and unblock bowels" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Ji Chuan Jian | Kidney Yang Deficiency |
| Ma Zi Ren Wan | Large Intestine Dryness |
Formulas that clear Wind-Cold
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm.
One such formula is Xiao Qing Long Tang, with ephedra as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that clear wind-Cold" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Xiao Qing Long Tang | Phlegm-Fluids above the diaphragm |
| Jin Fei Cao San | Rebellious Lung Qi |
Formulas that enrich Yin and moisten Dryness
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Large Intestine Dryness or Dryness in Large Intestine.
One such formula is Zeng Ye Tang, with ningpo figwort root as a key herb.
Formulas that secure Essence and stop enuresis
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Bladder Deficient and Cold.
One such formula is Sang Piao Xiao San, with praying mantis egg-Case as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that secure essence and stop enuresis" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Sang Piao Xiao San | Bladder Deficient and Cold |
| Suo Quan Wan | Bladder Deficient and Cold |
Formulas that warm the middle and dispel Cold
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Empty-Cold.
One such formula is Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
Other formulas of this category are listed in the table below.
All "formulas that warm the middle and dispel cold" recommended for dizziness
| Formula | Patterns Suitable For (if applicable) |
|---|---|
| Huang Qi Jian Zhong Tang | Empty-Cold |
| Da Jian Zhong Tang | Empty-Cold |
Formulas that secure irregular uterine bleeding and stop vaginal discharge
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Damp-Heat.
One such formula is Yi Huang Tang, with yam as a key herb.
Formulas that clear external abscesses and sores
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is San Zhong Kui Jian Tang, with phellodendron bark as a key herb.
External formulas for External disorders
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is Hai Tong Pi Tang, with erythrinae bark as a key herb.
Formulas that warm the Meridians and disperse Cold
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Blood Stagnation.
One such formula is Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Tang, with milkvetch root as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Heat and expel dampness
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Damp-Heat in the Gallbladder.
One such formula is Yin Chen Hao Tang, with virgate wormwood as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Blood-Heat
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Heat in the Blood.
One such formula is Qing Jing San, with goji tree root-bark as a key herb.
Formulas that warm and purge
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Empty-Cold.
One such formula is Ban Liu Wan, with sulfur as a key herb.
Formulas that dispel Wind-Damp
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Painful Obstruction with Wind-Cold-Damp.
One such formula is Gui Zhi Shao Yao Zhi Mu Tang, with cinnamon twigs as a key herb.
Formulas that stop bleeding
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Liver Fire insulting the Lungs.
One such formula is Ke Xie Fang, with natural indigo as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Heat and open sensory orifices
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Liver Wind agitating Internally due to Liver Fire.
One such formula is Zi Xue Dan, with water buffalo horn as a key herb.
Formulas that release the Exterior and purge the Interior
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Liver Yang Rising.
One such formula is Da Chai Hu Tang, with bupleurum root as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Liver-Heat
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Kidney Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San, with mudan peony bark as a key herb.
Formulas that disperse Dryness and moisten
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm.
One such formula is Xing Su San, with apricot seed as a key herb.
Formulas that harmonize Stomach-Intestines
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm-Fluids in the Stomach and Small intestine.
One such formula is Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, with goldthread rhizome as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Heat and transform Phlegm
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs.
One such formula is Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan, with arisaema with bile as a key herb.
Formulas that clear Lung-Heat
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Phlegm-Heat in the Lungs.
One such formula is Pi Pa Qing Fei Yin, with loquat leaves as a key herb.
Formulas that rescue devastated Yang
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Qi Collapsing or Qi Sinking.
One such formula is Du Shen Tang, with ginseng as a key herb.
Formulas that stabilize Exterior and stop sweating
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Mu Li San, with oyster shells as a key herb.
Formulas that simultaneously attack and tonify
These formulas are suitable for some dizziness-causing patterns like Yin Deficiency.
One such formula is Zeng Ye Cheng Qi Tang, with ningpo figwort root as a key herb.
Acupoints for Dizziness
TCM also employs acupuncture to address dizziness. Points like Baihui DU-20 at the crown of the head or Fengchi GB-20 at the base of the skull are often used to clear the mind and stabilize internal Wind, which in TCM is thought to contribute to dizziness.
The selection of acupoints is based on the specific TCM diagnosis and is used in conjunction with other treatment modalities to harmonize the body's functions and alleviate the symptoms of dizziness.
Explore below some acupoints used to address dizziness, organized by meridian.
- By Meridian
- Bladder Channel
- Gall Bladder Channel
- Governing Vessel
- Stomach Channel
- Triple Burner Channel
- Kidney Channel
- Extra Points: Head and Neck (EX-HN)
- Small Intestine Channel
- Directing Vessel
- Liver Channel
- Spleen Channel
- Heart Channel
- Large Intestine Channel
Meichong BL-3
Vertically above the medial extremity of the eyebrow and medial canthus of the eye, 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline, between Shenting DU-24 and Quchai BL-4.
Wuchu BL-5
1 cun within the anterior hairline and 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline. It is also 0.5 cun posterior to Quchai BL-4.
Chengguang BL-6
1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline and 2.5 cun within the anterior hairline. On the other hand, this point is at the medial third and lateral two-thirds of the distance from anterior midline to the line vertically from Touwei ST-8. Chengguang BL-6 is also 1.5 cun posterior to Wuchu BL-5.
Luoque BL-8
1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline and 5.5 cun superior to the anterior hairline. Or 0.5 cun posterior to Baihui Du-20 at the vertex.
Yuzhen BL-9
First identify Naohu DU-17 which is on the superior border of the external occipital protuberance. Yuzhen BL-9 is 1.3 cun lateral to Naohu DU-17.
Tianzhu BL-10
1.3 cun lateral to Yamen DU-15 on the posterior midline, 0.5 cun above the posterior hairline, on the lateral side of trapezius muscle.
Dazhu BL-11
On the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st thoracic vertebra (T1), 1.5 cun (about 2 finger-breadths) lateral to the posterior midline.
Ganshu BL-18
1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 9th thoracic vertebra (T9).
Sanjiaoshu BL-22
1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 1st lumbar vertebra.
Shenshu BL-23
1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumber vertebra (L2).
Gaohuangshu BL-43
3 cun (about 4 finger-breadths) lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th thoracic vertebra (T4).
Yixi BL-45
3 cun (about 4 finger-breadths) lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra (T6).
Zhishi BL-52
3 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of the 2nd lumber vertebra (L2).
Chengjin BL-56
5 cun inferior to Weizhong BL-40 which is the midpoint of the popliteal crease. In the center of the belly of gastrocnemius muscle, midway between Heyang BL-55 and Chengshan BL-57.
Feiyang BL-58
On the posterior border of fibula, about 1 cun inferior and lateral to Chengshan BL-57, 7 cun directly above Kunlun BL-60.
Jinggu BL-64
On the lateral side of the foot dorsum, below the tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal bone, at the border of the red and white skin.
Shugu BL-65
On the lateral side of the foot dorsum, proximal to the head of the 5th metatarsal bone, at the border of the red and white skin.
Zutonggu BL-66
In the depression distal and inferior to the 5th metatarsophalangeal joint, at the lateral border of the foot.
Zhiyin BL-67
On the lateral side of the little toe, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
Hanyan GB-4
Within the hairline of the temporal region, midway of the upper half of the distance between Touwei ST-8 and Qubin GB-7.
Xuanlu GB-5
Within the hairline of the temporal region, midway of the line connecting Touwei ST-8 and Qubin GB-7.
Xuanli GB-6
Within the hairline inferior to the corner of the temporal region, midway of the lower half of the distance between Touwei ST-8 and Qubing GB-7.
Touqiaoyin GB-11
Posterior and superior to the mastoid process, on the line connecting Tianchong GB-9， Fubai GB-10 and Wangu GB-12.
Benshen GB-13
0.5 cun within the hairline of the forehead, at the junction of the medial two-third and lateral third of the distance from Shenting DU-24 to Touwei ST-8.
Yangbai GB-14
On the forehead, 1 cun above the midpoint of the eyebrow, approximately at the junction of the upper two-thirds and lower third of the vertical line draw from the anterior hairline to the eyebrow.
Toulinqi GB-15
Directly above Yangbai GB-14, on the pupil line, 0.5 cun within the hairline, midway between Shenting DU-24 and Touwei ST-8.
Muchuang GB-16
1 cun posterior to the Toulingqi GB-15 or 1.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline, on the pupil line which is 2.25 cun lateral to the midline.
Chengling GB-18
1.5 cun posterior to Zhengying GB-17 or 4 cun posterior to the anterior hairline. Or 1 cun anterior and 2.25 cun lateral to Baihui DU-20, which is at the vertex of the head.
Naokong GB-19
Directly above Fengchi GB-20, level with Naohu DU-17, on the lateral side of the external occipital protuberance.
Xuanzhong GB-39
3 cun above the tip of the external malleolus, in the depression on the anterior border of the fibula.
Zulingqi GB-41
In the depression distal to the junction of the 4th and 5th metatarsal bones, on the lateral side of the tendon of extensor digitorum longus muscle of the foot.
Zuqiaoyin GB-44
On the lateral side of the 4th toe, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
Mingmen DU-4
On the lower back midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the 2nd lumber vertebra (L2).
Fengfu DU-16
Directly below the external occipital protuberance, in the depression between the origins of the trapezius muscle.
Naohu DU-17
1.5 cun above Fengfu DU-16 or 2.5 cun above the posterior hairline, in a depression superior to the external occipital protuberance.
Qiangjian DU-18
On the posterior midline, 1.5 cun above Naohu DU-17, midway between Fengfu DU-16 and Baihui DU-20.
Houding DU-19
On the head midline, 1.5 cun above Qiangjian DU-18 or 1.5 cun posterior to Baihui DU-20.
Baihui DU-20
At the vertex, at the junction of a line connecting the apex of the ears and the midline, in the depression 7 cun above the posterior hairline and 5 cun behind the anterior hairline.
Qianding DU-21
On the midline, 1.5 cun anterior to Baihui DU-20 or 3.5 cun posterior to the anterior hairline.
Xinhui DU-22
On the head midline, 3 cun anterior to Baihui DU-20, 2 cun posterior to the front hairline.
Touwei ST-8
At the temporal corner of the forehead, on the border of the temporalis muscle. 0.5 cun within the anterior hairline at the corner of the forehead and 4.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline.
Renying ST-9
Level with the tip of Adam's apple, 1.5 cun lateral to the anterior midline, on the anterior border of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.
Zusanli ST-36
3 cun below Dubi ST-35, one finger breadth lateral to the anterior crest of the tibia, on the tibialis anterior muscle.
Fenglong ST-40
Midway between Dubi ST-35 and Jiexi ST-41, two middle finger-width from the anterior crest of the tibia, or one middle finger-width from Tiaokou ST-38.
Jiexi ST-41
At the junction of the dorsum of the foot and leg, between the tendons of extensor digitorum and the extensor hallucis longus muscle. Approximately at the level of the tip of the external malleolus.
Zhongzhu TB-3
When the hand is placed with the palm facing downward, Zhongzhu TB-3 is on the hand dorsum between the 4th and 5th metacarpal bones, in the depression proximal to the metacarpophalangeal joints, at the junction between the heads and shaft of the two metacarpal bones.
Xiaoluo TB-12
On the line joining the olecranon and Jianliao TB-14, midway between Qinglengyuan TB-11 and Naohui TB-13, 5 cun proximal to the olecranon. It is just on the lower end of bulge of the lateral head of triceps brachii when the forearm is in pronation.
Tianyou TB-16
Posterior and inferior to the mastoid process, on the posterior border of sternocleidomastoid muscle, level with Tianrong SI-17 and Tianzhu BL-10.
Luxi TB-19
Posterior to the ear, at the junction of the upper and middle third of the curve formed by Yifeng ST-17 and Jiaosun ST-20 behind the helix.
Yongquan KID-1
In the depression between the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones on the sole when the foot is in plantar flexion, approximately at the junction of the anterior and middle third of the sole.
Taixi KID-3
In the depression between the medial malleolus tip and Achilles tendon (Calcaneal tendon), level with the tip of the medial malleolus.
Zhaohai KID-6
Approximately 1 cun below the medial malleolus tip, over the joint space between the talus and the calcaneus.
Zhubin KID-9
On the line drawn from Taixi KID-3 to Yingu KID-10. It is located at the lower end of the belly of gastrocnemius muscle in the medial aspect, about 5 cun above Taixi KID-3.
Taiyang EX-HN-5
At the temple, in the tender depression approximately 1 cun posterior to the midpoint between the lateral extremity of the eyebrow and the outer canthus of the eye.
Anmian EX-HN
Posterior to the ear and to the mastoid process, between Yifeng TB-17 and Fengchi GB-20.
Shaoze SI-1
On the ulnar side of the little finger, about 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
Houxi SI-3
Proximal to the head of the 5th metacarpal bone on the ulnar side, in the depression at the junction of the red and white skin.
Zhongji REN-3
On the anterior midline, 4 cun below the umbilicus, 1 cun above Qugu REN-2, which is located at the upper border of the symphysis pubis.
Xingjian LIV-2
Between the first and second toe, on the dorsum of the foot, 0.5 cun proximal to the interdigital fold.
Taichong LIV-3
On the dorsum of the foot, between the 1st and 2nd metatarsal bones, in the depression proximal to the metatarsophalangeal joints and the proximal angle between the two bones.
Sanyinjiao SP-6
3 cun directly above the tip of the medial malleolus, on the posterior border of the tibia, on the line drawn from the medial malleolus to Yinlingquan SP-9.
Tongli HE-5
On the radial side of the tendon of flexor carpi ulnaris muscle, 1 cun above the transverse crease of the wrist when the palm faces upward.
Xialian LI-8
When a fist is made, with the ulnar side downward and elbow flexed, the point is 4 cun distal to Quchi LI-11 of the line joining Yangxi LI-5 and Quchi LI-11.