Soft-Shelled Turtle Carapace Yin-Nourishing Decoction,*Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Gynecology*.,Amenorrhea due to overwork, yin deficiency and blood deficiency, redness of the cheekbones, hot flashes and night sweats, restlessness and insomnia, heat in the palms, dry mouth and red lips, thin yellow tongue coating, and a fine, rapid pulse.
Soft-Shelled Turtle Carapace Yin-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 : Soft-Shelled Turtle Carapace Yin-Nourishing Decoction
Chinese Name : 鳖甲养阴煎
Drug Formulation
3 qian of softshell turtle shell, 3 qian of turtle carapace, 3 qian of dried rehmannia root, 3 qian of goji berries, 3 qian of ophiopogon tuber, 3 qian of Hangzhou peony root, 5 qian of polygonum multiflorum vine, 3 qian of lycium bark, 3 qian of poria cocos, and 2 qian of moutan bark.
Source
*Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Gynecology*.
Benefits
Amenorrhea due to overwork, yin deficiency and blood deficiency, redness of the cheekbones, hot flashes and night sweats, restlessness and insomnia, heat in the palms, dry mouth and red lips, thin yellow tongue coating, and a fine, rapid pulse.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water and take while warm.
Copyright: Excerpt from *Therapeutics of Traditional Chinese Gynecology*., Copyright belongs to the Original Author and all original sources, This article was shared by DeDe on August 19, 2026, Please credit the source and include a link to the original article when reposting.
Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 19, 2026 Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 19, 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.
Soft-Shelled Turtle Carapace Yin-Nourishing Decoction,Amenorrhea due to overwork, yin deficiency and blood deficiency, redness of the cheekbones, hot flashes and night sweats, restlessness and insomnia, heat in the palms, dry mouth and red lips, thin yellow tongue coating, and a fine, rapid pulse.