Recommended by holistic veterinarians, Jing Tang Lily Combination is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) formula that nourishes Yin, moistens the Lung, and supports normal breathing to address Lung and Kidney Yin deficiency patterns in dogs, cats, and horses. Based on the classical Bai He Gu Jin Tang, this ten-herb formula combines Yin-nourishing, Lung-moistening, Phlegm-transforming, and Blood-nourishing herbs to address the dryness and deficiency Heat that arise from Lung and Kidney Yin deficiency. Available in concentrated powder, concentrated capsules, standard powder, and standard capsules. Dosing varies by species, body weight, and health condition; your authorizing veterinarian will determine the appropriate dose following a TCVM evaluation.
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What It Supports
- Yin nourishment: Nourishes Lung and Kidney Yin to address the root Yin deficiency underlying dryness and deficiency Heat patterns.
- Lung moistening: Moistens the Lung and addresses Lung dryness associated with Yin deficiency, supporting the Lung's descending and diffusing functions.
- Normal breathing support: Supports normal respiratory function and Lung Qi movement in pets with Lung Yin deficiency patterns.
- Phlegm transformation: Transforms Phlegm and clears the airways to support normal respiratory function alongside the Yin-nourishing herbs.
- Blood nourishment: Nourishes Blood and addresses the Blood deficiency that commonly accompanies Yin deficiency patterns.
TCVM Principles
- Primary action: Nourish Yin and moisten Lung, support normal breathing.
- Warning: Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.
- Classical antecedent: Lily Combination (Bai He Gu Jin Tang) from Yi Fang Ji Jie (Analytic Collection of Medical Formulas), written by Wang Ang in 1682.
Available Forms
- 90g Concentrated Powder: Highly concentrated granule format; mix into food for easy daily administration. Comes with a double-sided scoop (large scoop holds approximately 1.2g; small scoop holds approximately 0.4g).
- 0.5g Concentrated Capsules (100 Count): Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing.
- 0.2g Concentrated Capsules (50 Count): Smaller concentrated capsule option suited for cats and small dogs.
- 0.5g Capsules (200 Count): Standard (non-concentrated) capsule format for flexible dosing.
- 200g Powder: Standard (non-concentrated) powder for flexible dosing; mix into food as a top dressing.
- 600g Powder: Larger standard powder supply for extended use or equine dosing; mix into food as a top dressing.
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Bai He (Lilium brownii), Lily bulb; Bai Shao Yao (Paeonia lactiflora), White peony root; Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Dong quai root; Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root; Jie Geng (Platycodon grandiflorum), Balloon flower root; Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus), Ophiopogon tuber; Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa, raw), Raw rehmannia root; Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa, prepared), Prepared rehmannia root; Xuan Shen (Scrophularia ningpoensis), Scrophularia root; Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillaria thunbergii), Zhejiang fritillaria bulb.
Inactive ingredients: Depending on the preparation, inactive ingredients may include gluten-free maltodextrin or bovine gelatin. Standard powder formulas contain no inactive ingredients.
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Active Ingredient TCVM Actions
Bai He Gu Jin Tang is a ten-herb formula built around a Lung and Kidney Yin-nourishing core, with Phlegm-transforming, Blood-nourishing, and Lung-directing deputies to address both the root Yin deficiency and the dryness and deficiency Heat that arise from it:
- Bai He (Lilium brownii), Lily bulb: The co-chief herb; nourishes Lung Yin, clears Lung Heat, and moistens the Lung; the formula's namesake and primary Lung Yin-nourishing herb.
- Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa, prepared), Prepared rehmannia root: The co-chief herb; powerfully nourishes Kidney and Liver Yin, Jing, and Blood; addresses the Kidney Yin deficiency at the root of the pattern.
- Sheng Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa, raw), Raw rehmannia root: Clears Heat, cools Blood, and nourishes Yin; addresses the deficiency Heat arising from Yin deficiency alongside Shu Di Huang.
- Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus), Ophiopogon tuber: Nourishes Lung and Stomach Yin, moistens the Lung, and generates fluids to address Lung dryness and deficiency Heat.
- Xuan Shen (Scrophularia ningpoensis), Scrophularia root: Nourishes Yin, clears Heat, and resolves toxins; supports the Yin-nourishing and Heat-clearing action of the formula.
- Zhe Bei Mu (Fritillaria thunbergii), Zhejiang fritillaria bulb: Clears Heat, transforms Phlegm, and moistens the Lung; addresses the Phlegm-Heat that may arise from Lung Yin deficiency with dryness.
- Jie Geng (Platycodon grandiflorum), Balloon flower root: Opens the Lung, transforms Phlegm, and directs the formula upward to the Lung; supports normal respiratory function and Lung Qi movement.
- Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Dong quai root: Nourishes and invigorates Blood; addresses the Blood deficiency that commonly accompanies Yin deficiency and supports Lung tissue nourishment.
- Bai Shao Yao (Paeonia lactiflora), White peony root: Nourishes Blood and Yin, softens the Liver, and supports the Blood-nourishing dimension of the formula alongside Dang Gui.
- Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Licorice root: Tonifies Spleen Qi, moistens the Lung, harmonizes the formula, and moderates the actions of the other herbs.
Potential Drug Interactions
Lily Combination contains Yin-nourishing and Heat-clearing herbs (Bai He, Shu Di Huang, Sheng Di Huang, Mai Men Dong, Xuan Shen) alongside Phlegm-transforming herbs (Zhe Bei Mu, Jie Geng) and Blood-nourishing herbs (Dang Gui, Bai Shao Yao) that may interact with certain medications. Pets on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats remains limited.
Medication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, respiratory medications, and pets managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions is Lily Combination used for in TCVM?
Lily Combination is most commonly recommended for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Lung and Kidney Yin deficiency, where Yin deficiency has led to Lung dryness, deficiency Heat, and impaired respiratory function. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it for pets with chronic respiratory patterns, dry cough, or systemic signs of Yin deficiency affecting the Lung. The manufacturer lists no contraindications for this formula.
How is Lily Combination administered, and what are the recommended doses?
Dosing varies by species, body weight, and health condition; your authorizing veterinarian will determine the appropriate dose following a TCVM evaluation. For dogs and cats using 0.5g concentrated capsules, the general guideline is one capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight twice daily. For cats and small dogs using 0.2g concentrated capsules, one capsule once daily is typical. For the 90g concentrated powder, the dose for dogs and cats is 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs twice daily; the included small scoop holds approximately 0.4g, and the large scoop holds approximately 1.2g. For horses, the standard dose is 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily. Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.
How long can Lily Combination be used?
The manufacturer recommends use for up to 6 months. As a Yin-nourishing formula addressing a deficiency pattern, Lily Combination is suited for longer-term use compared to formulas that drain excess patterns. Regular follow-up with your holistic veterinarian is recommended to monitor progress and adjust dosing as the pattern evolves.
Can Lily Combination be combined with other TCVM formulas or medications?
Lily Combination is sometimes used alongside other TCVM formulas as part of a comprehensive Lung Yin and respiratory support protocol, but your authorizing veterinarian should always guide combination use. If your pet is on prescription medications, particularly respiratory medications or anticoagulants, your veterinarian will evaluate whether Lily Combination is appropriate given your pet's full health picture and current treatment plan. Stop use immediately if your pet develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.