Èr Zhì Wán (二至丸, Two Solstice Pills) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Tonify category, with Nǚ Zhēn Zǐ as chief herb. It contains Nǚ Zhēn Zǐ and Hàn Lián Cǎo. Actions: nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin; cools Blood — simple but effective Yin tonic.
| Pinyin | Èr Zhì Wán (Er Zhi Wan) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 二至丸 |
| English | Two Solstice Pills |
| Category | Tonify |
| Chief | Nǚ Zhēn Zǐ |
| Tongue | Red, little coat |
| Pulse | Thin, rapid |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Nǚ Zhēn Zǐ | 15g |
| Hàn Lián Cǎo | 15g |
Actions
Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin; cools Blood — simple but effective Yin tonic
Indications
Liver and Kidney Yin deficiency: dizziness, tinnitus, premature greying, weakness of lower back and knees
Test yourself
What herbs are in Èr Zhì Wán?
Èr Zhì Wán contains Nǚ Zhēn Zǐ 15g and Hàn Lián Cǎo 15g.
What is Èr Zhì Wán used for?
Liver and Kidney Yin deficiency: dizziness, tinnitus, premature greying, weakness of lower back and knees.
What are the actions of Èr Zhì Wán?
Nourishes Liver and Kidney Yin; cools Blood — simple but effective Yin tonic.
What tongue and pulse go with Èr Zhì Wán?
Tongue: Red, little coat. Pulse: Thin, rapid.
Use Èr Zhì Wán in a case
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