Kidney Yang Deficiency is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It refers to a type of deficiency-cold syndrome characterized by the decline of Kidney Yang, leading to inadequate warming and impaired transformation of Qi. This condition is often caused by inherent Yang deficiency, aging-related Kidney depletion, or prolonged illness affecting the Kidneys.
Symptoms manifest differently in males and females. How should we differentiate and treat these conditions? Below is a compilation of relevant content for your reference and study.
| Symptoms of Kidney Yang Deficiency | ||
| Male | Female | |
| Common Symptoms |
Fear of cold, cold extremities, lower back and knee pain, frequent nighttime urination, clear and prolonged urination, pale complexion, hair loss and graying, dizziness, pale tongue with white coating. |
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| Distinct Symptoms | Prone to prostatitis. | Uterine cold leading to infertility, reduced reproductive capacity. |
Examples of Combined MedicationGu Jing Bu Shen Wan (Solidify Essence and Tonify Kidney Pill) + Gui Pi Ye (Restore the Spleen Decoction)
Indications: Weakness of the Spleen and Stomach due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: The combination warms and tonifies the Spleen and Kidneys, benefiting Qi and strengthening the Spleen. It is suitable for patients with cold intolerance and Spleen-Stomach weakness due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan (Five-Seed Pill) + Qian Lie Kang Jiao Nang (Prostate Health Capsule)
Indications: Prostatitis due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Wu Zi Yan Zong Wan, originating from a famous tonic formula in the Tang Dynasty, has the effect of tonifying the Kidneys and benefiting essence. When combined with Qian Lie Kang Jiao Nang, it can improve chronic prostatitis with Kidney deficiency, damp-heat, and blood stasis.
Shen Bao He Ji (Kidney Treasure Decoction) + Yao Shen Gao (Kidney Plaster)
Indications: Lower back and knee pain due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Shen Bao He Ji harmonizes Yin and Yang, warms Yang and tonifies the Kidneys. When used with Yao Shen Gao, it can be applied for Kidney deficiency-related lower back and knee pain, muscle soreness, and nighttime urination.
Bu Shen Qiang Shen Pian (Kidney Strengthening Tablets) + Gui Fu Di Huang Wan (Cinnamon and Rehmannia Pill)
Indications: Cold intolerance due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Bu Shen Qiang Shen Pian strengthens the Kidneys. It is used for lower back soreness, weakness in the legs, dizziness, tinnitus, and palpitations. Gui Fu Di Huang Wan is mainly suitable for significant cold symptoms due to Kidney Yang insufficiency. The combination can be used for cold intolerance caused by Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Gu Jing Bu Shen Wan + Bu Zhong Yi Qi He Ji (Tonify the Middle and Benefit Qi Decoction) + Xiang Sha Liu Jun Pian (Aromatic Six Gentlemen Tablets)
Indications: Fatigue and weakness due to Kidney Yang Deficiency and Spleen-Stomach weakness.
Action: Gu Jing Bu Shen Wan can warm and tonify the Spleen and Kidneys, suitable for Spleen and Kidney deficiency with cold, loss of appetite, and fatigue. When combined with Bu Zhong Yi Qi He Ji, it enhances the warming and tonifying effect on the Spleen and Kidneys, and when taken with Xiang Sha Liu Jun Pian, it can improve symptoms of poor appetite and Spleen-Stomach weakness.
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan (Golden Lock Solidify Essence Pill) + Sheng Jing Pian (Essence Nourishing Tablets)
Indications: Oligospermia or azoospermia due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan can solidify the Kidneys and restrain essence. When combined with Sheng Jing Pian, it can be used for lower back and knee weakness, oligospermia, or azoospermia due to Kidney deficiency.
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill) + Ibuprofen Sustained Release Capsules
Indications: Lower back and leg pain, dizziness, and fatigue due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan warms and tonifies Kidney Yang, transforms Qi, and promotes fluid metabolism. When used with Ibuprofen Sustained Release Capsules, it can relieve headache, fatigue, and lower back and leg weakness due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan + You Gui Wan (Right Return Pill)
Indications: Nocturnal emissions, fatigue, and lower back pain due to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Action: Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan can solidify the Kidneys and restrain essence, while You Gui Wan primarily warms and tonifies Kidney Yang. The combination can be used for symptoms related to Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Note: The above medication suggestions are for reference only. Specific combined medication plans should be tailored to the patient’s individual condition and must be followed according to medical advice.
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