Si Wu Tang 四物湯 - Four Substances Decoction

Tang Kuei Four Combination Origin of SI WU TANG  Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era (1078-1985 AD)  How to Use Si Wu Tang  These four herbs constitute TCM's most widely used Blood tonic.  It is normally regarded as a 'base' formula, and it is most often combined with other herbs and less often used by itself. Pallor Supports normal fertility Supports normal menstruation Dry skin Brittle nails Constipation Builds Blood Vitalizes Blood Nourishes the Liver Mothers the Qi Regulates menstruation SI WU TANG Safety and Contraindications Must be modified for those with spleen deficiency, dampness, or weak digestion. Because Si Wu Tang can cause diarrhea in Spleen Deficient people, it is commonly paired with SI JUN ZI TANG (Four Gentlemen) in order to protect the Spleen. Contraindicated for those with acute, severe blood loss. Contraindicated for those with severe weakness or labored breathing. Modify for those with constitutional Spleen Yang Deficiency. Contraindicated f