For kidney Yang deficiency, generally, Yang deficiency leads to coldness, and the tongue shows: pale and tender tongue body, fat tongue shape, white and thick tongue coating; typical symptoms include: pale complexion, aversion to cold, cold limbs, clear and frequent urination, nocturia, shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness in the lower back and knees, intolerance to fatigue, frequent feelings of tiredness, preference for warmth and aversion to cold, etc. So, what medicines can help regulate kidney Yang deficiency? Below, we share some options:
Qiang Yang Bao Shen Wan (Strong Yang Kidney Protection Pill) has the effect of tonifying the kidney and assisting Yang. This formula consists of Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium, prepared), Yang Qi Shi (Calcined, wine-processed), Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche, wine-prepared), Hu Lu Ba (Fenugreek, salt-roasted), Bu Guo Zhi (Psoralea, salt-roasted), Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra, vinegar-prepared), Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus), She Chuang Zi (Cnidium), Fu Pen Zi (Raspberry), Jiu Cai Zi (Chive seeds), Qian Shi (Foxnut, wheat-fried), Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Xiao Hui Xiang (Fennel), Fu Ling (Poria), Yuan Zhi (Polygala, licorice-prepared). It is used for symptoms caused by kidney Yang deficiency such as lower back pain, leg weakness, mental fatigue, impotence, and nocturnal emissions.
Dosage: Oral administration. 6g per dose, twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Wen Shen Quan Lu Wan (Warm Kidney All-Deer Pill) has the effects of warming the kidney, securing essence, and nourishing Qi and blood. This formula consists of Ren Shen (Ginseng), Lu Jiao Jiao (Deer Antler Glue), Bu Guo Zhi (Psoralea, salt-fried), Huang Bai (Phellodendron), Ba Ji Tian (Morinda, prepared), Suo Yang (Cynomorium), Chuan Niu Xi (Cyathula), Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra, vinegar-roasted), Xiao Hui Xiang (Fennel, salt-fried), Lao Guo Cao Gao (Old Heron Grass Paste), Lu Rong (Deer Velvet), Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta), Du Zhong (Eucommia, charred), Huang Qi (Astragalus, honey-roasted), Xiang Fu (Cyperus, vinegar-roasted), Niu Ru (Cow’s Milk), Da Qing Yan (Big Blue Salt), Long Yan Rou (Longan Flesh), Dong Chong Xia Cao (Cordyceps), Qiu Shi (Chinese Sorrel), Chuan Shi Zi (Mulberry Seed), Lu Jiao (Deer Horn), Fu Ling (Poria), Hu Lu Ba (Fenugreek, fried), Lu Bian (Deer Whip), Tian Dong (Asparagus), Mai Dong (Ophiopogon), Chai Gou Shen (Dogwood), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Gan Cao (Licorice), Niu Xi (Achyranthes), Hu Po (Amber), Xian Lu Rou (Fresh Deer Meat, with bones), Mo Yao (Myrrh, vinegar-roasted), Yi Mu Cao Gao (Motherwort Paste), Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries), Yuan Zhi Rou (Polygala Flesh, licorice-water roasted), Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Lu Wei (Deer Tail), Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche, wine-roasted), Hua Jiao (Sichuan Pepper), Fu Pen Zi (Raspberry), Zi He Che (Placenta), Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes, wheat-fried), Dang Gui (Angelica), Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel), Chen Xiang (Agarwood), Hong Hua (Safflower), Di Huang (Rehmannia), Mu Xiang (Aucklandia), Sha Ren (Amomum), Xu Duan (Dipsacus), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Mu Guo (Papaya), Suan Zao Ren (Sour Jujube Seed), Suan Zao Ren (fried), Sang Bai Pi (Mulberry Bark, honey-roasted) – 59 ingredients in total. It is used for symptoms caused by weak kidney Yang and Qi and blood deficiency: dizziness, forgetfulness, dim vision, tinnitus, weakness in the lower back and knees, fatigue, aversion to sleep, impotence, cold uterus with discharge, and miscarriage.
Dosage: Oral administration, 1 pill per dose, twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Pang Shen Liang Zhu Wan (Spleen and Kidney Support Pill) has the effects of strengthening the spleen, benefiting Qi, and nourishing the liver and kidneys. It consists of Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes, wheat-fried), Ji Nei Jin (Chicken Inner Gold, fried), Tu Bie Chong (Earthworm), Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam, wheat-fried), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Huang Qi (Astragalus, honey-roasted), Bai Shao (White Peony, wine-fried), Fu Ling (Poria), Xiao Hui Xiang (Fennel, salt-fried), Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus, wine-prepared), Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries), Du Zhong (Eucommia, charred), Bu Guo Zhi (Psoralea, salt-fried), Suo Yang (Cynomorium), Jiu Jie Chang Pu (Acorus), etc. – 30 ingredients in total. It is used for symptoms caused by spleen and kidney deficiency such as fatigue in limbs, Qi deficiency, lack of appetite, gastric discomfort, weakness in the lower back and knees, nocturnal emissions, and tinnitus.
Dosage: Take with light salt water, 1 pill per dose, twice a day.
Shen Rong San Shen Jiao Nang (Ginseng and Deer Antler Three Kidney Capsule) has the effect of benefiting Qi and assisting Yang. This formula consists of Sheng Bai Shen (Fresh Ginseng), Huang Mao Lu Rong (Yellow Hair Deer Antler), Ni Shen (Bull Kidney), Lu Shen (Donkey Kidney), Gou Shen (Dog Kidney). It is used for symptoms caused by kidney Yang deficiency such as fatigue, weakness in the lower back and legs, tinnitus, and spontaneous sweating.
Dosage: Oral administration, 5 capsules in spring and summer, 10 capsules in autumn and winter. Or as directed by a physician.
You Gui Wan (Right Return Pill) has the effects of warming and tonifying kidney Yang, filling essence, and stopping leakage. The main ingredients include: Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Pao Fu Pian (Prepared Aconite), Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Jiu Yu Rou (Wine-processed Goji), Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta), Lu Jiao Jiao (Deer Antler Glue), Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries), Dang Gui (Angelica), Yan Du Zhong (Salted Eucommia). It is used for symptoms of kidney Yang deficiency, Mingmen fire decline, coldness in the lower back and knees, lack of energy, aversion to cold, impotence, nocturnal emissions, loose stools, and frequent clear urination.
Dosage: Oral administration, 1 pill per dose, three times a day.
Yi Shen Xing Yang Jiao Nang (Kidney Benefiting and Yang Promoting Capsule) has the effects of tonifying the kidney, benefiting Qi, and strengthening Yang and securing essence. This formula consists of Lu Rong (Deer Velvet), Lu Shen (Donkey Kidney, wine-roasted), Gou Shen (Dog Kidney, wine-roasted), Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche, wine-roasted), Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta), Ren Shen (Ginseng), Huang Qi (Astragalus), Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium, dry extract), Can Er (Silkworm Moth, feet and wings removed). It is used for symptoms caused by kidney Yang deficiency and Qi deficiency such as weakness in the lower back and legs, mental fatigue, dizziness, tinnitus, insomnia, forgetfulness, impotence, and premature ejaculation.
Dosage: Take with yellow wine, light salt water, or warm water, 6 capsules per dose, twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Suo Yang Gu Jing Wan (Suo Yang Secure Essence Pill) has the effect of warming the kidney and securing essence. This formula consists of Suo Yang (Cynomorium), Rou Cong Rong (Cistanche, steamed), Ba Ji Tian (Morinda, prepared), Bu Guo Zhi (Psoralea, salt-fried), Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta), Du Zhong (Eucommia, charred), Ba Jiao Huo Xiang (Star Anise), Jiu Cai Zi (Chive seeds), Qian Shi (Foxnut, fried), Lian Zi (Lotus Seed), Lian Xu (Lotus Stamen), Mu Li (Oyster, calcined), Long Gu (Dragon Bone, calcined), Lu Jiao Shuang (Deer Antler Frost), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus, prepared), Mu Dan Pi (Peony Bark), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Fu Ling (Poria), Ze Xie (Alisma), Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena), Huang Bai (Phellodendron), Niu Xi (Achyranthes), Da Qing Yan (Big Blue Salt) – 24 ingredients in total. It is used for symptoms caused by kidney Yang deficiency such as weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, tinnitus, and premature ejaculation.
Dosage: Oral administration, water honey pill 6g per dose, small honey pill 9g per dose, large honey pill 1 pill per dose, twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Jin Kui Shen Qi Wan (Golden Cabinet Kidney Qi Pill) has the effects of warming and tonifying kidney Yang, transforming Qi and promoting water metabolism. This formula consists of Di Huang (Rehmannia), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus, vinegar-roasted), Fu Ling (Poria), Mu Dan Pi (Peony Bark), Ze Xie (Alisma), Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig), Fu Zi (Aconite, roasted), Niu Xi (Achyranthes, head removed), Che Qian Zi (Plantago, salt-roasted). It is used for symptoms of kidney deficiency with edema, weakness in the lower back and knees, difficulty urinating, and aversion to cold.
Dosage: Oral administration. Large honey pill 1 pill per dose; water honey pill 4-5g (20-25 pills) per dose. Twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Gui Fu Di Huang Wan (Cinnamon and Aconite Rehmannia Pill) has the effect of warming and tonifying kidney Yang. It consists of Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Fu Zi (Prepared Aconite), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus, prepared), Mu Dan Pi (Peony Bark), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Fu Ling (Poria), Ze Xie (Alisma). It is used for symptoms of kidney Yang deficiency such as weakness in the lower back and knees, difficulty urinating or excessive urination, and phlegm-damp cough.
Dosage: Oral administration. Large honey pill 1 pill per dose; small honey pill 9g per dose; water honey pill 6g per dose. Twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
Shen Rong San Bian Wan (Ginseng and Deer Antler Three Whip Pill) has the effects of tonifying the kidney, assisting Yang, and promoting Qi and essence production. This formula consists of Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium, sheep oil roasted), Bu Guo Zhi (Psoralea, salt-roasted), Yang Qi Shi (Calcined), Fu Pen Zi (Raspberry), Jin Ying Zi (Cherry Flesh), Gou Qi Zi (Goji Berries), Niu Xi (Achyranthes), Lu Rong (Deer Velvet), Lu Bian (Deer Whip), Gou Bian (Dog Whip), Lu Bian (Donkey Whip), Suo Yang (Cynomorium), Jiu Cai Zi (Chive seeds), Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta), Xu Duan (Dipsacus), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Da Qing Yan (Big Blue Salt), Ren Shen (Ginseng), Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Fu Zi (Prepared Aconite), Ba Jiao Huo Xiang (Star Anise), Du Zhong (Eucommia, charred), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes, fried), Di Huang (Rehmannia), Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum), Mu Xiang (Aucklandia) – 26 ingredients in total. It is used for symptoms caused by kidney Yang deficiency and kidney Yin deficiency such as impotence, nocturnal emissions, dim vision, mental fatigue, and weakness in the lower back and knees.
Dosage: Oral administration. Water honey pill 8g per dose, large honey pill 2 pills per dose, twice a day. Or as directed by a physician.
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