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Wen Jing Tang: A classic prescription for regulating menstruation in gynecology in traditional Chinese medicine

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Wen jing Tang, also known as Channel-Warming Decoction, is a traditional Chinese medicine prescription from the Golden Guide, which belongs to the blood-regulating agent. Its main functions are to warm the meridians and dispel cold, remove blood stasis and nourish blood. It is mainly used to treat various gynecological diseases caused by coldness and blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians. This article will introduce in detail the composition, efficacy, indications and application of Wenjing Decoction in modern medicine.


Formula composition

Wen jing Tang is composed of the following herbs:

  • 9g

  • 6g of Angelica sinensis

  • 2 liang of peony root (6g)

  • 6g of Chuanxiong

  • 2 liang of ginseng (6g)

  • 6g cinnamon twig

  • 2 liang of donkey hide gelatin (6g)

  • Peony bark, core removed, 2 liang (6 g)

  • 2 ounces (6g) ginger

  • Licorice root 2 liang (6g)

  • Half a liter of Pinellia tuber (6g)

  • Ophiopogon japonicus, core removed, 1 liter (9g)



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usage

Boil the above twelve herbs with one dou of water to obtain three liters, and divide into three portions to take while warm (modern usage: decocted in water and mixed with dissolved donkey-hide gelatin).


effect


The main effect of Wen jing Tang is to warm the meridians and dispel cold, remove blood stasis and nourish blood. Its main symptoms include:

  • The blood keeps leaking, or it is dark and clotted, and it is not smooth.

  • Irregular menstruation, early or late menstruation, or menstruation that does not come for a month, or menstruation that does not come at all

  • Fever in the evening, hot palms, dry lips and mouth, abdominal urgency, abdominal distension

  • Dark red tongue with thin and pale pulse

  • Women with cold uterus and long-term infertility




Pathogenesis Analysis


The main cause of Wenjing Tang syndrome is coldness in the Chong and Ren meridians, plus poor blood circulation, which leads to blood stasis. The Chong meridian is called the "sea of blood" and the Ren meridian is responsible for the fetus. Both meridians originate from the uterus and run through the lower abdomen, and are closely related to menstruation and fertility.


When the Chong and Ren meridians are cold, the blood will stagnate and the Qi will be blocked, leading to lower abdominal pain, bloating, irregular menstruation, and even long-term infertility. If blood stagnation occurs, the blood cannot circulate normally, or the Chong and Ren meridians are unstable, menstruation may come early or even twice a month. In severe cases, there may be metrorrhagia.


If the coldness stagnates the blood and the menstrual vessels are blocked, menstruation may be delayed or even amenorrhea may occur. If the blood stasis is not removed, new blood cannot be generated and cannot nourish the body, resulting in dry lips and mouth. As for fever in the evening and hot palms, it is a manifestation of the depletion of yin blood and the internal generation of deficiency heat.


Although the syndrome of this prescription involves multiple factors such as blood stasis, cold, weakness and heat, the main problem lies in the coldness of Chong and Ren meridians and blood stasis. The treatment should focus on warming the meridians and dispelling cold, removing blood stasis and nourishing blood, while also taking into account the method of clearing away heat from deficiency.


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Prescription explanation

Each of the herbs in this recipe has a specific role, and they work together to help the body restore health:


Cornus officinalis can help warm up the body, dispel cold, relieve pain, and stop vomiting. Angelica dahurica is a good helper for replenishing blood, promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation, and relieving pain. Peony has the effect of nourishing blood, protecting the liver, and relieving pain. Chuanxiong is an important medicinal material for promoting blood circulation, regulating qi and blood, and relieving pain caused by rheumatism.


Ginseng greatly replenishes the body's energy, restores the spirit, and strengthens physical strength. Cinnamon twigs are used to help warm up the meridians, dispel cold and relieve pain. Donkey hide gelatin nourishes yin blood, stops bleeding, and prevents blood loss. Peony bark clears away heat, promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis.


Ginger can warm the stomach, dispel cold, and stop vomiting. Licorice can harmonize various herbs and relieve the situation where the herbs are too strong. Pinellia is used to remove dampness, resolve phlegm, and stop vomiting. Ophiopogon can nourish yin fluid, moisten the lungs, nourish the heart, and eliminate irritability.


These herbs work together to warm the body, improve blood circulation, regulate menstruation, relieve pain, and enhance physical and mental strength. They are like a team, each playing to its own strengths and working together to protect the body's health.


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Modern Applications


Treatment of gynecological diseases

Wen jing Tang is widely used in modern medicine to treat a variety of gynecological conditions. For example, it can help relieve functional uterine bleeding, a condition in which the uterus bleeds abnormally. For chronic pelvic inflammatory disease and dysmenorrhea, Wenjing Decoction can also provide effective relief.


In addition, it is used to treat infertility and menopausal syndrome, helping women stay healthy at different stages of life. For recurrent miscarriage and endometriosis, Wenjing Decoction can also provide support to help patients return to normal life.


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Applications for reproductive system diseases

Wen jing Tang is also effective in treating reproductive system diseases. It can be used to treat cervicitis and pyelonephritis, which are common inflammations of the reproductive and urinary systems.


For cervical cancer, Wenjing Decoction can be used as part of adjuvant therapy to help patients relieve symptoms and improve their quality of life. In addition, Wenjing Decoction is also used to treat prostate hyperplasia, a common urinary system problem in men.


Application to other diseases

In addition to gynecological and reproductive system diseases, Wen jing Tang has also shown good results in the treatment of other diseases. For example, it can be used to treat kidney and ureteral stones, which are common problems in the urinary system.


For chronic renal failure and pancreatitis, Wen jing Tang can also provide support and help patients relieve symptoms.


In addition, Wenjing Decoction is used to treat vaginitis and oophoritis, which are common inflammatory conditions of the female reproductive system. Through these applications, Wenjing Decoction has demonstrated its versatility and importance in modern medicine.




Diet therapy

When taking Wen jing Tang, you can also use some dietary therapy to assist in the treatment. For example:

  • Red dates and longan tea : Red dates and longans have the effect of nourishing blood and qi, which can help improve the body's deficiency and coldness.

  • Angelica, ginger and mutton soup : Angelica and ginger have the effect of warming the meridians and dispersing cold, while mutton is a warm and tonic ingredient, suitable for women with cold body.

  • Donkey-hide gelatin porridge : Donkey-hide gelatin has the effect of nourishing yin and blood. It can be added to porridge to help improve symptoms such as irregular menstruation and dysmenorrhea.


Notes

  • It is not recommended for patients with menstrual irregularities due to heat or without internal blood stasis.

  • Avoid eating raw or cold food during medication to avoid affecting the efficacy of the medicine.


Conclusion

As a classic prescription for regulating menstruation in gynecology of traditional Chinese medicine, Wenjing Decoction has the effects of warming the meridians and dispelling cold, removing blood stasis and nourishing blood. It is suitable for a variety of gynecological diseases caused by coldness and blood stasis in the Chong and Ren meridians. In modern medicine, Wenjing Decoction is also widely used to treat functional uterine bleeding, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, dysmenorrhea, infertility and other diseases. Through reasonable diet therapy, the efficacy of Wenjing Decoction can be further enhanced to help patients recover better.


References

  • "Golden Treasure Essentials"

  • "The Complete Prescription for Women"

  • Modern Chinese Medicine Research Data


Hopefully this article will help you better understand the benefits and applications of Wenjing Decoction. If you have any questions or need further guidance, please feel free to contact a professional Chinese medicine practitioner.

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