Qi-Regulating and Spirit-Nourishing Decoction，*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.，This formula is for individuals who, due to excessive worry, have damaged their mental clarity; or, as a result of such worry, have developed latent internal heat. The blood of the heart and liver is increasingly depleted, causing heart fire and liver qi to surge upward toward the head, disrupting the nervous system. This leads to a loss of normal nervous function, resulting in confused perception—where right is taken for wrong and wrong for right—without, however, progressing to extreme madness.
Qi-Regulating and Spirit-Nourishing Decoction
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All references in this article to TCM syndrome differentiation, herbal medicines, teas, and decoctions are intended to promote TCM culture and are provided solely for educational and reference purposes.
Formulas Name : Qi-Regulating and Spirit-Nourishing Decoction
Chinese Name : 调气养神汤
Drug Formulation
8 qian of longan flesh, 5 qian of cypress seed kernels, 5 qian of raw dragon bone (crushed), 5 qian of raw oyster shell (crushed), 2 qian of polygala (unroasted), 6 qian of raw rehmannia root, 4 qian of asparagus root, 2 qian of sweet solomonseal, 3 qian of raw barley malt,2 qian of Acorus, 1.5 qian of Licorice, and 0.3 fen of cinnabar on a mirror-polished surface (finely ground; take with the first decoction of the herbal mixture twice).
Source
*Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1.
Benefits
This formula is for individuals who, due to excessive worry, have damaged their mental clarity; or, as a result of such worry, have developed latent internal heat. The blood of the heart and liver is increasingly depleted, causing heart fire and liver qi to surge upward toward the head, disrupting the nervous system. This leads to a loss of normal nervous function, resulting in confused perception—where right is taken for wrong and wrong for right—without, however, progressing to extreme madness.
Instructions for Use
Grind rust into a fine powder, extract a concentrated solution, and use it to decoct the herbs.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Integrating Chinese and Western Medicine*, Volume 1., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 24, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 24, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 24, 2026
Correct Content Errors: Errors may occur during the writing, editing, translation, and publication of website content. If you find any errors or inaccurate information in this article, please feel free to Contact Us to report them, and we will correct them promptly.
FDA Disclaimer: The descriptions of the efficacy of Chinese herbal medicines, herbal teas, decoctions, and formulas, as well as the content on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnostic theory and traditional TCM therapies contained on this site, are intended solely for the purpose of popularizing TCM culture and serving as an educational reference; they do not constitute medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Please do not attempt to use these products on your own without proper guidance. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you are experiencing any physical discomfort, please consult a licensed healthcare professional and seek treatment at a reputable medical institution. This platform assumes no responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of herbs or formulas by any individual based on the information provided on this site. Please read Medical Disclaimer.
Qi-Regulating and Spirit-Nourishing Decoction,This formula is for individuals who, due to excessive worry, have damaged their mental clarity; or, as a result of such worry, have developed latent internal heat. The blood of the heart and liver is increasingly depleted, causing heart fire and liver qi to surge upward toward the head, disrupting the nervous system. This leads to a loss of normal nervous function, resulting in confused perception—where right is taken for wrong and wrong for right—without, however, progressing to extreme madness.