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Yi Guan Jian (一貫煎) enriches the yin of the Liver and Kidney and gently spreads constrained Liver qi; for Liver-Kidney yin deficiency with Liver qi stagnation.
English Name
Linking Decoction
Classical Source
Xu Ming Yi Lei An, 1770
Ingredients
- Sheng Di Huang – chief; Gou Qi Zi, Sha Shen, Mai Men Dong, Dang Gui (nourish yin/blood)
- Chuan Lian Zi (gently spread Liver qi)
Actions & Functions
- Enriches Liver and Kidney yin
- Spreads constrained Liver qi (without drying)
Indications
Liver-Kidney yin deficiency with Liver qi stagnation: hypochondriac and epigastric pain, a dry mouth and throat, acid reflux, and a bitter taste.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red and dry with little coat. Pulse: thin and wiry, or weak.
Modifications
With marked heat, add Zhi Mu; with insomnia, add Suan Zao Ren.
Cautions & Contraindications
Cloying; use with caution where there is much damp or phlegm.
