BA WEI DI HUANG TANG

Eight-Ingredient Rehmannia Decoction

Formulas that Warm and Tonify the Kidneys
Kidney Yang Support • Kidney Yin and Essence Preservation • Lower Burner Warming

Ba Wei Di Huang Tang warms and tonifies Kidney Yang while supporting Kidney Yin and Essence. It is used in patterns of Kidney Yang deficiency with signs of cold, weakness, and impaired fluid metabolism, addressing both the root and functional decline of the lower burner.

Symptoms

Cold sensations and cold limbs

Lower back or knee weakness

Fatigue and low energy

Frequent or clear urination

Oedema, especially in the lower body

Reduced libido

Pale tongue with white coating

Deep, weak, or slow pulse

Ingredients

Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata)
Raw Herbs 24g | Granules 13,3g

Shan Zhu Yu (Corni Fructus)
Raw Herbs 24g | Granules 13,3g

Shan Yao (Dioscoreae Rhizoma)
Raw Herbs 24g | Granules 13,3g

Fu Ling (Poria)
Raw Herbs 24g | Granules 13,3g

Mu Dan Pi (Moutan Cortex)
Raw Herbs 24g | Granules 13,5g

Ze Xie (Alismatis Rhizoma)
Raw Herbs 15g | Granules 8,3g

Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus)
Raw Herbs 30g | Granules 16,7g

Wu Wei Zi ( Schisandra chinensis)
Raw Herbs 15g | Granules 8,3g

Description

Ba Wei Di Huang Tang is a Yang-warming modification of Liu Wei Di Huang Tang, designed for patients with Kidney Yang deficiency accompanied by weakened warming and transformative functions. The formula strengthens Kidney Yang while preserving Kidney Yin and Essence, ensuring proper fluid metabolism and supporting the lower burner.

Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata) nourishes Kidney Yin and Essence, forming the foundation of the formula.
Shan Zhu Yu (Corni Fructus) stabilizes the Kidneys and preserves Essence, supporting reproductive and urinary functions.
Shan Yao (Dioscoreae Rhizoma) strengthens the Spleen and Kidney, harmonizing digestion and fluid balance.
Fu Ling (Poria) leaches dampness and strengthens the Spleen, supporting proper fluid transformation.
Mu Dan Pi (Moutan Cortex) clears lingering fire from the Yin-deficient Kidneys, preventing heat signs.
Ze Xie (Alismatis Rhizoma) drains excess water and supports the kidney’s regulatory function of fluids.
Gui Zhi (Cinnamomi Ramulus) warms the Yang, restoring transformative and warming power to the lower burner.

Together, these herbs balance Yin and Yang, warm the lower burner, support Kidney function, and improve fluid metabolism, making it ideal for patients with cold, weakness, and Yang deficiency manifestations.

Posology

Granules
3–9g daily, divided into 1–3 doses, taken warm.

Raw Herbs
Decoct in 800–1000ml of water. Drink 1–2 cups daily.

Contraindications

Not suitable for patterns with Yin deficiency and heat signs

Only prescribe when clear Kidney Yang-deficiency signs are present

Use caution in patients with excessive internal Heat or Yin depletion