Herbsmith Rx Qi Ju Di Huang San for Cats, Dogs and Horses

{"id":6902797074502,"title":"Herbsmith Rx Qi Ju Di Huang San for Cats, Dogs and Horses","handle":"herbsmith-rx-qi-ju-di-huang-san-for-cats-dogs-and-horses","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/2110\/5457\/files\/veterinary_authorizaton_required_for_tcvm_herbal_formulas_240x240.jpg?v=1787081808\" alt=\"Veterinary Authorization Required for TCVM Herbal Formulas - TCVM Pet Supply\" style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHerbsmith Rx Qi Ju Di Huang San is a classical Chinese herbal formula recommended by holistic veterinarians to nourish the liver and kidney yin, brighten the eyes, and clear liver heat in dogs, cats, and horses. Comparable to Lycium, Chrysanthemum, and Rehmannia; Lycii Chrysanthemum, Lycium Rehmannia, and Eight Flavored Rehmannia Pills with Lycium and Chrysanthemum, it addresses kidney and liver yin deficiency in which the liver deficiency aspect is prominent, with a particular focus on dry or uncomfortable eyes and impaired vision arising from liver and kidney yin vacuity. Built on the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb kidney yin-nourishing foundation, with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua added to specifically target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined liver-kidney yin deficiency: Gou Qi Zi nourishes both liver and kidney yin and directly brightens the eyes, while Bai Ju Hua clears liver heat and wind from the eyes and is one of the most important eye-brightening herbs in the Chinese materia medica. Well suited for pets and horses presenting with the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern with prominent liver channel eye signs, characterized by dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge from liver heat, possible floaters or visual blurring from yin deficiency failing to nourish the eyes, a pale or slightly red tongue with a thin coating, and the constitutional yin deficiency signs of the Liu Wei foundation including possible night sweating, restlessness, and low back weakness. Available as a concentrated powder mixed into food; cats and dogs use the Canine Blend, while horses use the Equine\/Horse Blend. Dosing varies by species and body weight, and your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver and kidney yin nourishment with liver-prominent deficiency emphasis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the kidney and liver yin using the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb foundation (Shu Di Huang, Shan Zhu Yu, Shan Yao, Fu Ling, Mu Dan Pi, Ze Xie) with particular emphasis on the liver yin deficiency aspect through Gou Qi Zi's liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing action, addressing the constitutional liver-kidney yin deficiency that deprives the liver of the yin and blood nourishment needed to adequately supply the eyes and maintain visual clarity in dogs, cats, and horses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEye nourishment, brightening, and dry eye support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the eyes and brightens the vision using Gou Qi Zi's direct liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing and eye-brightening action, addressing the dry or uncomfortable eyes and visual changes that arise when liver-kidney yin deficiency fails to adequately nourish the eyes through the liver's opening into the eyes, replenishing the liver yin and blood that supply the moisture, lubrication, and nutritive nourishment the eyes require for comfort and clear vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver heat and liver wind clearing from the eyes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears liver heat and liver wind from the eyes using Bai Ju Hua's (white chrysanthemum's) direct liver-heat-clearing and eye-brightening action, addressing the heat signs in the eyes that arise from liver yin deficiency generating liver heat, including redness, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge, and the dry uncomfortable eye sensation produced by liver heat drying the eye fluids and disturbing the liver's ability to nourish and moisten the eyes through the liver channel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstitutional yin deficiency correction and deficiency heat clearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Addresses the constitutional kidney and liver yin deficiency root of the pattern using the full Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb strategy of three tonifying herbs (Shu Di Huang, Shan Zhu Yu, Shan Yao) and three draining herbs (Fu Ling, Mu Dan Pi, Ze Xie), nourishing the yin while simultaneously draining the deficiency heat, dampness, and stagnation that accumulate alongside the yin deficiency, preventing the tonic herbs from causing stagnation and ensuring the yin nourishment effectively reaches the liver, kidney, and eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary action - Liu Wei Di Huang San foundation with liver-eye specialization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the kidney and liver yin using the classical three-tonify and three-drain strategy of Liu Wei Di Huang San: Shu Di Huang strongly nourishes the kidney yin and essence; Shan Zhu Yu astringes and tonifies the liver and kidney; Shan Yao tonifies the kidney and spleen qi and yin. The three draining herbs prevent tonic stagnation: Fu Ling drains dampness and supports the spleen; Ze Xie drains kidney fire and dampness; Mu Dan Pi clears liver and kidney deficiency heat and invigorates the blood. This six-herb foundation addresses the kidney-liver yin deficiency root, extended with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to specifically address the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined deficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary action - liver-channel eye targeting through Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua:\u003c\/strong\u003e Targets the liver-channel eye manifestations of the yin deficiency pattern with Gou Qi Zi (which nourishes the liver and kidney yin and directly brightens the eyes through the liver channel's opening into the eyes) and Bai Ju Hua (which clears liver heat and wind from the eyes and brightens the vision through its direct action on the liver channel and the eyes as a liver-wind-and-heat-clearing eye herb), providing the specialized liver-channel eye-nourishing and eye-heat-clearing action that distinguishes Qi Ju Di Huang San from the base Liu Wei Di Huang San formula and makes it the most appropriate choice when eye signs are the prominent clinical manifestation of the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAvailable Forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder - Canine Blend (for dogs and cats):\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 75 g, 150 g, 500 g, 900 g, and 1200 g sizes; mix into food at the recommended dose for your pet's weight. Cats and dogs both use this blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder - Equine\/Horse Blend (for horses only):\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 150 g, 500 g, 900 g, and 1200 g sizes; mix into grain at the recommended dose for your horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Dogs (Canine Blend Powder):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUnder 30 lbs: ½ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e30-80 lbs: 1 tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e80-120 lbs: 1½ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOver 120 lbs: 2 tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cats (Canine Blend Powder):\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Horses (Equine\/Horse Blend, 1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e Two tablespoons twice daily for 20 days, then two tablespoons once daily in grain. If the horse initially refuses, start with a small amount mixed into grain and gradually increase until the horse is accustomed to the taste. Most horses will readily accept the herbs in their grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae) 28%, Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis) 14%, Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae) 14%, Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalis) 10%, Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis) 10%, Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) 10%, Bai Ju Hua (Flos Chrysanthemi Morifolii) 7%, Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii) 7%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInactive Ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flaxseed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQi Ju Di Huang San is an eight-herb formula built on the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb kidney yin-nourishing foundation, extended with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined liver-kidney yin deficiency. The formula follows the classical three-tonify and three-drain structure of Liu Wei, with the two liver-eye additions providing the specialized action that makes this formula specific to the liver-prominent, eye-involved yin deficiency pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae) - Prepared Rehmannia Root (28%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Principal herb; powerfully tonifies the kidney yin and essence, nourishes the blood, and fills the marrow; the foundational kidney yin tonic of the Liu Wei Di Huang San base and the highest-proportion herb in the formula, providing the primary deep kidney yin nourishment that addresses the kidney yin deficiency root of the combined pattern and supplies the yin and essence the liver requires for adequate nourishment of the eyes through the liver-kidney yin relationship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis) - Cornelian Cherry Fruit \/ Cornus Berry (14%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies and astringes the liver and kidney, stabilizes the essence, and stops excessive sweating; the liver-and-kidney-tonifying and essence-astringing herb of the Liu Wei base, tonifying both the liver yin and kidney yin and astringing the essence to prevent further yin leakage, working with Shu Di Huang's deep kidney yin nourishment to comprehensively address both the kidney and liver yin deficiency underlying the eye manifestations of the pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae) - Chinese Yam \/ Dioscorea (14%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the kidney, spleen, and lung qi and yin; the spleen-and-kidney-tonifying herb of the Liu Wei base that strengthens the spleen's ability to absorb and transform the formula's tonic herbs, ensuring the kidney and liver yin nourishment provided by Shu Di Huang and Shan Zhu Yu is effectively assimilated and distributed to the liver, eyes, and throughout the body via a healthy spleen and stomach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZe Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalis) - Water Plantain Rhizome \/ Alisma (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains dampness and kidney fire, and clears deficiency heat from the kidney; the primary kidney-fire-draining herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, preventing Shu Di Huang's heavy yin nourishment from creating dampness and stagnation in the kidney, and clearing the deficiency fire that accumulates alongside the kidney yin deficiency to prevent the deficiency heat from injuring the yin being rebuilt by the formula's tonic herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis) - Moutan Bark \/ Tree Peony Root Bark (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears heat and cools the blood, drains liver fire, and invigorates the blood; the liver-fire-clearing and blood-cooling herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, clearing the liver deficiency heat that arises from liver yin insufficiency and would otherwise dry the eye fluids and produce the heat signs in the eyes addressed by Bai Ju Hua, and invigorating the blood in the liver channel to ensure adequate blood and yin circulation to the eyes through the liver's eye-nourishing function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) - Poria \/ Hoelen (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Strengthens the spleen, leeches out dampness, and calms the spirit; the spleen-supporting and dampness-draining herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, supporting the spleen's ability to absorb and transform the formula's tonic herbs and draining the dampness that accumulates alongside the spleen-kidney yin deficiency, ensuring the middle jiao remains unobstructed and the tonic herbs effectively reach the kidney, liver, and eyes throughout the sustained treatment course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii) - Wolfberry \/ Lycium Berry \/ Goji Berry (7%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the liver and kidney yin and blood, brightens the eyes, and tonifies the jing; the primary liver-channel eye-nourishing addition beyond the Liu Wei base, providing the specialized liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing and direct eye-brightening action that makes Qi Ju Di Huang San the most appropriate formula when eye signs are the prominent manifestation of the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern, directly nourishing the liver yin and blood that supply the eyes through the liver channel and brightening the vision by restoring the yin and blood nourishment the eyes require for clarity and comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Ju Hua (Flos Chrysanthemi Morifolii) - White Chrysanthemum Flower (7%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears liver heat and liver wind, brightens the eyes, and clears wind-heat from the head and eyes; the liver-channel eye-heat-clearing addition that addresses the heat component of the eye manifestations arising from liver yin deficiency generating liver heat, clearing the liver heat and wind that produce the redness, photosensitivity, excessive tearing, and dry uncomfortable eye sensation of the liver heat-eye pattern, and directly brightening the eyes through its classical eye-clearing and liver-heat-dispersing action as one of the most important eye herbs in the Chinese materia medica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePotential Drug Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQi Ju Di Huang San contains Mu Dan Pi (moutan bark), which has mild blood-invigorating and anticoagulant properties that warrant monitoring in animals on anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications. The formula's multiple yin-nourishing and dampness-draining herbs may affect fluid balance and electrolyte regulation in animals on diuretic medications. Gou Qi Zi has mild blood glucose-modulating effects and should be monitored in animals on antidiabetic medications. The formula's cold-natured herbs may suppress digestive function in animals with underlying spleen qi deficiency if used for a prolonged period, and may require concurrent spleen-supporting treatment in severely deficient animals. Pets on anticoagulant, antidiabetic, or diuretic medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, and herb-drug interaction research in dogs, cats, and horses remains limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMedication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications (Mu Dan Pi's blood-invigorating properties), antidiabetic medications and insulin (Gou Qi Zi's blood glucose-modulating effects), diuretic medications (Ze Xie's and Fu Ling's dampness-draining and fluid-regulating actions), and ophthalmic medications (where the formula's liver-heat-clearing and eye-brightening herbs may complement or interact with topical or systemic eye medications). Your authorizing veterinarian will determine appropriateness based on your animal's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat conditions is Qi Ju Di Huang San used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Qi Ju Di Huang San is indicated for kidney and liver yin deficiency in which the liver deficiency aspect is prominent, presenting with dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes or impaired vision, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge from liver heat, possible floaters or visual blurring from yin deficiency failing to nourish the eyes, and the constitutional yin deficiency signs of the Liu Wei Di Huang San foundation including low back weakness, possible night sweating, restlessness, and a pale or slightly red tongue with a thin coating. Comparable to Lycium, Chrysanthemum and Rehmannia and related formulas, it is indicated specifically when the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern has prominent liver channel eye manifestations, distinguishing it from Liu Wei Di Huang San (which addresses kidney yin deficiency broadly without liver-eye specialization).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Qi Ju Di Huang San administered to dogs, cats, and horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMix the powder directly into food or grain at the dose recommended for your animal's species and body weight. Dogs and cats use the Canine Blend; horses use the Equine\/Horse Blend. Dogs and cats receive the formula twice daily; horses receive two tablespoons twice daily for the first 20 days, then once daily for maintenance. If the horse initially refuses, start with a small amount mixed into grain and gradually increase until the horse is accustomed to the taste. Most horses will readily accept the herbs in their grain. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and schedule for your individual animal, and will also evaluate whether concurrent conventional ophthalmic treatment is appropriate alongside the TCVM herbal support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow long does it take to see results with Qi Ju Di Huang San?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBecause Qi Ju Di Huang San addresses a constitutional liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern, improvement is gradual and a sustained treatment course is typically needed. Many pets show improvement in eye comfort, reduced eye discharge, and improved light sensitivity within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent use as the liver heat is cleared and yin nourishment begins to reach the eyes. Improvement in the underlying constitutional yin deficiency signs and sustained visual support typically requires 3 to 6 months or more of continued use. Your veterinarian will monitor eye comfort, discharge, visual responsiveness, and tongue quality as indicators of the yin deficiency's progressive resolution and the formula's liver-eye-nourishing effect throughout the treatment course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow does Qi Ju Di Huang San differ from Liu Wei Di Huang San and Ming Mu Di Huang San for eye and yin deficiency patterns?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLiu Wei Di Huang San is the foundational six-herb kidney yin formula that addresses kidney yin deficiency broadly without specific liver-eye targeting. Qi Ju Di Huang San adds Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to the Liu Wei base to specifically target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the liver-kidney yin deficiency, making it the most appropriate choice when dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes, and photosensitivity are the prominent clinical signs alongside the constitutional yin deficiency pattern. Ming Mu Di Huang San (Brighten the Eyes Rehmannia Formula) is a related formula with additional herbs for more severe or specific eye conditions. 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TCVM Pet Supply\" style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHerbsmith Rx Qi Ju Di Huang San is a classical Chinese herbal formula recommended by holistic veterinarians to nourish the liver and kidney yin, brighten the eyes, and clear liver heat in dogs, cats, and horses. Comparable to Lycium, Chrysanthemum, and Rehmannia; Lycii Chrysanthemum, Lycium Rehmannia, and Eight Flavored Rehmannia Pills with Lycium and Chrysanthemum, it addresses kidney and liver yin deficiency in which the liver deficiency aspect is prominent, with a particular focus on dry or uncomfortable eyes and impaired vision arising from liver and kidney yin vacuity. Built on the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb kidney yin-nourishing foundation, with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua added to specifically target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined liver-kidney yin deficiency: Gou Qi Zi nourishes both liver and kidney yin and directly brightens the eyes, while Bai Ju Hua clears liver heat and wind from the eyes and is one of the most important eye-brightening herbs in the Chinese materia medica. Well suited for pets and horses presenting with the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern with prominent liver channel eye signs, characterized by dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge from liver heat, possible floaters or visual blurring from yin deficiency failing to nourish the eyes, a pale or slightly red tongue with a thin coating, and the constitutional yin deficiency signs of the Liu Wei foundation including possible night sweating, restlessness, and low back weakness. Available as a concentrated powder mixed into food; cats and dogs use the Canine Blend, while horses use the Equine\/Horse Blend. Dosing varies by species and body weight, and your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver and kidney yin nourishment with liver-prominent deficiency emphasis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the kidney and liver yin using the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb foundation (Shu Di Huang, Shan Zhu Yu, Shan Yao, Fu Ling, Mu Dan Pi, Ze Xie) with particular emphasis on the liver yin deficiency aspect through Gou Qi Zi's liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing action, addressing the constitutional liver-kidney yin deficiency that deprives the liver of the yin and blood nourishment needed to adequately supply the eyes and maintain visual clarity in dogs, cats, and horses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEye nourishment, brightening, and dry eye support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the eyes and brightens the vision using Gou Qi Zi's direct liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing and eye-brightening action, addressing the dry or uncomfortable eyes and visual changes that arise when liver-kidney yin deficiency fails to adequately nourish the eyes through the liver's opening into the eyes, replenishing the liver yin and blood that supply the moisture, lubrication, and nutritive nourishment the eyes require for comfort and clear vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiver heat and liver wind clearing from the eyes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears liver heat and liver wind from the eyes using Bai Ju Hua's (white chrysanthemum's) direct liver-heat-clearing and eye-brightening action, addressing the heat signs in the eyes that arise from liver yin deficiency generating liver heat, including redness, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge, and the dry uncomfortable eye sensation produced by liver heat drying the eye fluids and disturbing the liver's ability to nourish and moisten the eyes through the liver channel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstitutional yin deficiency correction and deficiency heat clearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Addresses the constitutional kidney and liver yin deficiency root of the pattern using the full Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb strategy of three tonifying herbs (Shu Di Huang, Shan Zhu Yu, Shan Yao) and three draining herbs (Fu Ling, Mu Dan Pi, Ze Xie), nourishing the yin while simultaneously draining the deficiency heat, dampness, and stagnation that accumulate alongside the yin deficiency, preventing the tonic herbs from causing stagnation and ensuring the yin nourishment effectively reaches the liver, kidney, and eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM Principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary action - Liu Wei Di Huang San foundation with liver-eye specialization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the kidney and liver yin using the classical three-tonify and three-drain strategy of Liu Wei Di Huang San: Shu Di Huang strongly nourishes the kidney yin and essence; Shan Zhu Yu astringes and tonifies the liver and kidney; Shan Yao tonifies the kidney and spleen qi and yin. The three draining herbs prevent tonic stagnation: Fu Ling drains dampness and supports the spleen; Ze Xie drains kidney fire and dampness; Mu Dan Pi clears liver and kidney deficiency heat and invigorates the blood. This six-herb foundation addresses the kidney-liver yin deficiency root, extended with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to specifically address the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined deficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary action - liver-channel eye targeting through Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua:\u003c\/strong\u003e Targets the liver-channel eye manifestations of the yin deficiency pattern with Gou Qi Zi (which nourishes the liver and kidney yin and directly brightens the eyes through the liver channel's opening into the eyes) and Bai Ju Hua (which clears liver heat and wind from the eyes and brightens the vision through its direct action on the liver channel and the eyes as a liver-wind-and-heat-clearing eye herb), providing the specialized liver-channel eye-nourishing and eye-heat-clearing action that distinguishes Qi Ju Di Huang San from the base Liu Wei Di Huang San formula and makes it the most appropriate choice when eye signs are the prominent clinical manifestation of the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAvailable Forms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder - Canine Blend (for dogs and cats):\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 75 g, 150 g, 500 g, 900 g, and 1200 g sizes; mix into food at the recommended dose for your pet's weight. Cats and dogs both use this blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowder - Equine\/Horse Blend (for horses only):\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 150 g, 500 g, 900 g, and 1200 g sizes; mix into grain at the recommended dose for your horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Dogs (Canine Blend Powder):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUnder 30 lbs: ½ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e30-80 lbs: 1 tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e80-120 lbs: 1½ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOver 120 lbs: 2 tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Cats (Canine Blend Powder):\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ tsp twice daily, or as prescribed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Horses (Equine\/Horse Blend, 1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e Two tablespoons twice daily for 20 days, then two tablespoons once daily in grain. If the horse initially refuses, start with a small amount mixed into grain and gradually increase until the horse is accustomed to the taste. Most horses will readily accept the herbs in their grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae) 28%, Shan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis) 14%, Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae) 14%, Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalis) 10%, Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis) 10%, Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) 10%, Bai Ju Hua (Flos Chrysanthemi Morifolii) 7%, Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii) 7%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInactive Ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flaxseed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQi Ju Di Huang San is an eight-herb formula built on the Liu Wei Di Huang San six-herb kidney yin-nourishing foundation, extended with Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the combined liver-kidney yin deficiency. The formula follows the classical three-tonify and three-drain structure of Liu Wei, with the two liver-eye additions providing the specialized action that makes this formula specific to the liver-prominent, eye-involved yin deficiency pattern:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Conquitae) - Prepared Rehmannia Root (28%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Principal herb; powerfully tonifies the kidney yin and essence, nourishes the blood, and fills the marrow; the foundational kidney yin tonic of the Liu Wei Di Huang San base and the highest-proportion herb in the formula, providing the primary deep kidney yin nourishment that addresses the kidney yin deficiency root of the combined pattern and supplies the yin and essence the liver requires for adequate nourishment of the eyes through the liver-kidney yin relationship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Zhu Yu (Fructus Corni Officinalis) - Cornelian Cherry Fruit \/ Cornus Berry (14%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies and astringes the liver and kidney, stabilizes the essence, and stops excessive sweating; the liver-and-kidney-tonifying and essence-astringing herb of the Liu Wei base, tonifying both the liver yin and kidney yin and astringing the essence to prevent further yin leakage, working with Shu Di Huang's deep kidney yin nourishment to comprehensively address both the kidney and liver yin deficiency underlying the eye manifestations of the pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae) - Chinese Yam \/ Dioscorea (14%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the kidney, spleen, and lung qi and yin; the spleen-and-kidney-tonifying herb of the Liu Wei base that strengthens the spleen's ability to absorb and transform the formula's tonic herbs, ensuring the kidney and liver yin nourishment provided by Shu Di Huang and Shan Zhu Yu is effectively assimilated and distributed to the liver, eyes, and throughout the body via a healthy spleen and stomach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZe Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalis) - Water Plantain Rhizome \/ Alisma (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains dampness and kidney fire, and clears deficiency heat from the kidney; the primary kidney-fire-draining herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, preventing Shu Di Huang's heavy yin nourishment from creating dampness and stagnation in the kidney, and clearing the deficiency fire that accumulates alongside the kidney yin deficiency to prevent the deficiency heat from injuring the yin being rebuilt by the formula's tonic herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis) - Moutan Bark \/ Tree Peony Root Bark (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears heat and cools the blood, drains liver fire, and invigorates the blood; the liver-fire-clearing and blood-cooling herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, clearing the liver deficiency heat that arises from liver yin insufficiency and would otherwise dry the eye fluids and produce the heat signs in the eyes addressed by Bai Ju Hua, and invigorating the blood in the liver channel to ensure adequate blood and yin circulation to the eyes through the liver's eye-nourishing function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) - Poria \/ Hoelen (10%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Strengthens the spleen, leeches out dampness, and calms the spirit; the spleen-supporting and dampness-draining herb of the Liu Wei three-drain group, supporting the spleen's ability to absorb and transform the formula's tonic herbs and draining the dampness that accumulates alongside the spleen-kidney yin deficiency, ensuring the middle jiao remains unobstructed and the tonic herbs effectively reach the kidney, liver, and eyes throughout the sustained treatment course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii) - Wolfberry \/ Lycium Berry \/ Goji Berry (7%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Nourishes the liver and kidney yin and blood, brightens the eyes, and tonifies the jing; the primary liver-channel eye-nourishing addition beyond the Liu Wei base, providing the specialized liver-and-kidney-yin-nourishing and direct eye-brightening action that makes Qi Ju Di Huang San the most appropriate formula when eye signs are the prominent manifestation of the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern, directly nourishing the liver yin and blood that supply the eyes through the liver channel and brightening the vision by restoring the yin and blood nourishment the eyes require for clarity and comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBai Ju Hua (Flos Chrysanthemi Morifolii) - White Chrysanthemum Flower (7%):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears liver heat and liver wind, brightens the eyes, and clears wind-heat from the head and eyes; the liver-channel eye-heat-clearing addition that addresses the heat component of the eye manifestations arising from liver yin deficiency generating liver heat, clearing the liver heat and wind that produce the redness, photosensitivity, excessive tearing, and dry uncomfortable eye sensation of the liver heat-eye pattern, and directly brightening the eyes through its classical eye-clearing and liver-heat-dispersing action as one of the most important eye herbs in the Chinese materia medica.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePotential Drug Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQi Ju Di Huang San contains Mu Dan Pi (moutan bark), which has mild blood-invigorating and anticoagulant properties that warrant monitoring in animals on anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications. The formula's multiple yin-nourishing and dampness-draining herbs may affect fluid balance and electrolyte regulation in animals on diuretic medications. Gou Qi Zi has mild blood glucose-modulating effects and should be monitored in animals on antidiabetic medications. The formula's cold-natured herbs may suppress digestive function in animals with underlying spleen qi deficiency if used for a prolonged period, and may require concurrent spleen-supporting treatment in severely deficient animals. Pets on anticoagulant, antidiabetic, or diuretic medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, and herb-drug interaction research in dogs, cats, and horses remains limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMedication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant and antiplatelet medications (Mu Dan Pi's blood-invigorating properties), antidiabetic medications and insulin (Gou Qi Zi's blood glucose-modulating effects), diuretic medications (Ze Xie's and Fu Ling's dampness-draining and fluid-regulating actions), and ophthalmic medications (where the formula's liver-heat-clearing and eye-brightening herbs may complement or interact with topical or systemic eye medications). Your authorizing veterinarian will determine appropriateness based on your animal's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/get-an-authorization\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRequest a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat conditions is Qi Ju Di Huang San used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Qi Ju Di Huang San is indicated for kidney and liver yin deficiency in which the liver deficiency aspect is prominent, presenting with dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes or impaired vision, photosensitivity, excessive tearing or eye discharge from liver heat, possible floaters or visual blurring from yin deficiency failing to nourish the eyes, and the constitutional yin deficiency signs of the Liu Wei Di Huang San foundation including low back weakness, possible night sweating, restlessness, and a pale or slightly red tongue with a thin coating. Comparable to Lycium, Chrysanthemum and Rehmannia and related formulas, it is indicated specifically when the liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern has prominent liver channel eye manifestations, distinguishing it from Liu Wei Di Huang San (which addresses kidney yin deficiency broadly without liver-eye specialization).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is Qi Ju Di Huang San administered to dogs, cats, and horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMix the powder directly into food or grain at the dose recommended for your animal's species and body weight. Dogs and cats use the Canine Blend; horses use the Equine\/Horse Blend. Dogs and cats receive the formula twice daily; horses receive two tablespoons twice daily for the first 20 days, then once daily for maintenance. If the horse initially refuses, start with a small amount mixed into grain and gradually increase until the horse is accustomed to the taste. Most horses will readily accept the herbs in their grain. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and schedule for your individual animal, and will also evaluate whether concurrent conventional ophthalmic treatment is appropriate alongside the TCVM herbal support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow long does it take to see results with Qi Ju Di Huang San?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBecause Qi Ju Di Huang San addresses a constitutional liver-kidney yin deficiency pattern, improvement is gradual and a sustained treatment course is typically needed. Many pets show improvement in eye comfort, reduced eye discharge, and improved light sensitivity within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent use as the liver heat is cleared and yin nourishment begins to reach the eyes. Improvement in the underlying constitutional yin deficiency signs and sustained visual support typically requires 3 to 6 months or more of continued use. Your veterinarian will monitor eye comfort, discharge, visual responsiveness, and tongue quality as indicators of the yin deficiency's progressive resolution and the formula's liver-eye-nourishing effect throughout the treatment course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow does Qi Ju Di Huang San differ from Liu Wei Di Huang San and Ming Mu Di Huang San for eye and yin deficiency patterns?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLiu Wei Di Huang San is the foundational six-herb kidney yin formula that addresses kidney yin deficiency broadly without specific liver-eye targeting. Qi Ju Di Huang San adds Gou Qi Zi and Bai Ju Hua to the Liu Wei base to specifically target the liver-channel eye manifestations of the liver-kidney yin deficiency, making it the most appropriate choice when dry or uncomfortable eyes, visual changes, and photosensitivity are the prominent clinical signs alongside the constitutional yin deficiency pattern. Ming Mu Di Huang San (Brighten the Eyes Rehmannia Formula) is a related formula with additional herbs for more severe or specific eye conditions. Your authorizing veterinarian will determine which yin-nourishing formula best matches your animal's specific TCVM pattern based on the prominence of the eye signs, the degree of liver versus kidney yin deficiency, and the presence of liver heat versus pure yin vacuity as the driver of the eye manifestations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}