121 TIAN WANG BU XIN DAN - WLB2.9-1749 - Heavenly Emperor’s Heart-Nourishing Pill

121 WLB2.9 – TIAN WANG BU XIN DAN 天王补心丹 - Heavenly Emperor’s Heart-Nourishing Pill

Herbal formula according to Traditional Chinese Medicine

This classical formula is an important prescription within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is traditionally associated with the heart and kidneys, reflecting the balance between Yin, Blood, and the Shen.

In TCM terminology, it is used in patterns described as Heart and Kidney Yin deficiency, traditionally associated with restlessness, insomnia, irritability, and sensations of internal dryness.

Specific health effects cannot be claimed according to European Union legislation.

Characteristics according to TCM

This formula is primarily associated with:

• nourishing Yin and Blood
• supporting the heart and kidneys
• calming the Shen

Traditional composition and formula principles

The formula consists of a broad combination of herbs creating a complex nourishing and harmonizing effect:

• Sheng Di Huang 生地黄 nourishes Yin and cools
• Tian Men Dong 天门冬 and Mai Men Dong 麦门冬 moisten and nourish Yin
• Dan Shen 丹参 and Dang Gui 当归 nourish and move Blood
• Suan Zao Ren 酸枣仁 and Bai Zi Ren 柏子仁 calm the Shen
• Ren Shen 人参 tonifies Qi
• Fu Ling 茯苓 harmonizes the middle
• Yuan Zhi 远志 supports the connection between heart and mind
• Wu Wei Zi 五味子 helps stabilize Qi and Yin
• Zhi Gan Cao 炙甘草 harmonizes the formula

This complex combination reflects the principle of nourishing while calming without causing stagnation.

In modern formulations, some ingredients may be adjusted in accordance with EU regulations.

Traditional use

In TCM terminology, the formula is used in patterns described as Heart and Kidney Yin deficiency with Shen disturbance.

These conditions may traditionally be associated with:

• insomnia and restless sleep
• inner tension
• irritability
• sensations of dryness

These concepts are based on TCM diagnostics and do not represent modern medical diagnoses.

Warning

Not suitable for conditions described in TCM as excess heat or full conditions.

Persistent or unclear symptoms should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare professional.

Dosage

Typically 3 times daily according to the manufacturer’s recommendation.

Packaging

60 tablets, 300 mg each

Other possible names

• tianwang buxin dan, tian wang bu xin dan
• tianwang buxin wan, tian wang bu xin wan
• tianwang buxin pian, tian wang bu xin pian