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Gu Jing Wan (固經丸) nourishes the yin, clears heat and stabilises the Chong and Ren to stop bleeding; for heavy uterine bleeding from yin deficiency with heat.
English Name
Stabilise the Menses Pill
Classical Source
Fu Ren Liang Fang (Yi Xue Ru Men ed.)
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Nourishes the yin and clears heat
- Stabilises the menses and stops bleeding
Indications
Yin deficiency with heat disturbing the blood: heavy or prolonged menstruation or uterine bleeding with dark-red blood, irritability, a flushed face, and a dry mouth.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red. Pulse: wiry and rapid.
Modifications
With marked deficiency, add herbs to enrich the yin and blood.
Cautions & Contraindications
For bleeding from yin-deficiency heat; not for deficiency-cold bleeding.
