Suō Quán Wán (缩泉丸, Shrink the Spring Pill) is a Chinese herbal formula from the Tonify category, with Yì Zhì Rén as chief herb. It contains Yì Zhì Rén, Wū Yào and Shān Yào. Actions: warms Kidney, secures Lower Jiao, reduces urinary frequency.
| Pinyin | Suō Quán Wán (Suo Quan Wan) |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 缩泉丸 |
| English | Shrink the Spring Pill |
| Category | Tonify |
| Chief | Yì Zhì Rén |
| Tongue | Pale, thin white coat |
| Pulse | Deep, weak |
Ingredients
| Herb | Dose |
|---|---|
| Yì Zhì Rén | 9g |
| Wū Yào | 9g |
| Shān Yào | 15g |
Actions
Warms Kidney, secures Lower Jiao, reduces urinary frequency
Indications
Kidney qi deficiency with Lower Jiao insecurity: frequent urination, urinary incontinence, nocturia, enuresis in children or elderly
Test yourself
What herbs are in Suō Quán Wán?
Suō Quán Wán contains Yì Zhì Rén 9g, Wū Yào 9g and Shān Yào 15g.
What is Suō Quán Wán used for?
Kidney qi deficiency with Lower Jiao insecurity: frequent urination, urinary incontinence, nocturia, enuresis in children or elderly.
What are the actions of Suō Quán Wán?
Warms Kidney, secures Lower Jiao, reduces urinary frequency.
What tongue and pulse go with Suō Quán Wán?
Tongue: Pale, thin white coat. Pulse: Deep, weak.
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