Zuo Gui Wan (左归丸, "Restore the Left Pill") is a classical formula from the Ming dynasty. In Chinese medicine it is used to deeply nourish Kidney Yin and Essence (Jing).
Traditional actions in Chinese medicine:
- Nourishes Kidney Yin and Essence
- Strengthens the lower back and knees
- Nourishes the Liver
Traditionally used for:
- Weak or aching lower back and knees
- Dizziness
- Night sweats and a dry mouth
- Tiredness linked to Yin deficiency
Ingredients:
- Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata)
- Shan Yao (Dioscoreae Rhizoma)
- Gou Qi Zi (Lycii Fructus)
- Shan Zhu Yu (Corni Fructus)
- Chuan Niu Xi (Cyathulae Radix)
- Tu Si Zi (Cuscutae Semen)
- Lu Jiao Jiao (Cervi Cornus Colla)
- Gui Ban Jiao (Testudinis Plastri Colla)
How to take: Pills taken with warm water, usually twice daily. Dosage should follow the advice of a qualified practitioner.
Not suitable during pregnancy. This is a rich formula, so it may not suit people with weak digestion, bloating or loose stools.
Please note: Please speak to one of our practitioners before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.
If you have any questions, call us or book a free consultation with one of our Chinese medicine herbalists online or in our clinics in Dublin 4 or Dún Laoghaire.
Zuo Gui Wan / Kidney Yin Support
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Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa, prepared root)
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Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus officinalis, fruit)
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Shan Yao (Dioscorea opposita, Chinese yam)
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Gou Qi Zi (Lycium barbarum, goji berry)
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Chuan Niu Xi (Cyathula officinalis, root)
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Tu Si Zi (Cuscuta chinensis, seed)
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Lu Jiao Jiao (Cervus nippon, deer antler glue)
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Gui Ban Jiao (Chinemys reevesii, turtle shell gelatin)
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