{"id":7066669318214,"title":"Jing Tang OB Formula 0.5g Capsules (200 Count)","handle":"jing-tang-ob-formula-0-5g-capsules-200","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);\"\u003eRecommended by holistic veterinarians, \u003cstrong\u003eJing Tang OB Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e (previously called Obesity Formula) is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that tonifies Qi, clears Damp, and resolves stagnation to address patterns of Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi and Blood stagnation in dogs, cats, and horses. This ten-herb formula combines a Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-draining foundation (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), a Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang), and a Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver-nourishing layer (Yin Yang Huo, He Shou Wu) to address the complex TCVM metabolic pattern of Spleen Qi deficiency leading to Damp-Phlegm accumulation, secondary Qi and Blood stagnation, and underlying Kidney Yang and Liver Blood deficiency that TCVM associates with metabolic imbalance and weight management support. Available as 0.5g concentrated capsules (200 count). No contraindications and no warnings are listed for this formula. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Dosing varies by species and body weight; 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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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\u003eSpleen Qi tonification and Damp-Phlegm clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bai Zhu tonifies the Spleen, dries Dampness, and strengthens the Spleen's transforming and transporting functions; Huang Qi tonifies Spleen and Protective Qi and raises Yang; Ze Xie drains Dampness and promotes urination to clear accumulated Damp from the Lower Jiao; Yin Chen Hao clears Damp-Heat and promotes bile secretion and Damp elimination through the Liver and Gallbladder channel system; together they form the formula's Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-clearing foundation, addressing the impaired Spleen transforming and transporting function that underlies Damp-Phlegm accumulation in the TCVM metabolic imbalance 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\u003eBlood invigoration and stagnation resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dan Shen invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis, and cools Blood; Mu Dan Pi clears Heat, cools Blood, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis; Shan Zha resolves food stagnation, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis with a specific affinity for fat and food accumulation; Da Huang purges accumulation, clears Heat, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis with a strong descending and stagnation-clearing action; together they form the formula's Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer, addressing the secondary Qi and Blood stagnation that develops from chronic Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Spleen Qi 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\u003eKidney Yang tonification and Liver Blood nourishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yin Yang Huo tonifies Kidney Yang, strengthens the sinews and bones, and warms the Ming Men Fire that supports Spleen warming and metabolic function; He Shou Wu tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and supports Liver Blood nourishment alongside its mild Blood-invigorating action; together they form the formula's Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver Blood-nourishing layer, addressing the Kidney Yang deficiency root that impairs Spleen warming and the Liver Blood deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation in the metabolic imbalance 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);\"\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:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonify Qi, clear Damp, resolve stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassical antecedent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Previously called Obesity Formula; compound formula addressing Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi-Blood stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian\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\u003e0.5g Concentrated Capsules (200 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\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\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10g to 20g twice daily as a top dressing on feed, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMay be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and duration for your animal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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);\"\u003eActive ingredients: Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala), White atractylodes rhizome; Da Huang (Rheum palmatum), Chinese rhubarb root; Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), Chinese salvia root; He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum), Fo-ti root; Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus), Astragalus root; Mu Dan Pi (Paeonia suffruticosa), Tree peony root bark; Shan Zha (Crataegus pinnatifida), Chinese hawthorn fruit; Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillary artemisia herb; Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium brevicornu), Epimedium herb; Ze Xie (Alisma plantago-aquatica), Water plantain rhizome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInactive ingredients: Bovine gelatin.\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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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);\"\u003eOB Formula is a ten-herb formula organized around a Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-draining foundation (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), a Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang), and a Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver Blood-nourishing layer (Yin Yang Huo, He Shou Wu):\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\u003eBai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala) - White atractylodes rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the Spleen, dries Dampness, and strengthens the Spleen's transforming and transporting functions; the formula's primary Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-drying herb, directly addressing the impaired Spleen transforming and transporting function that underlies Damp-Phlegm accumulation in the TCVM metabolic imbalance 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\u003eDa Huang (Rheum palmatum) - Chinese rhubarb root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purges accumulation, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and dispels Blood stasis; the formula's strong descending and stagnation-clearing herb, driving accumulated Damp-Phlegm and Blood stasis downward and out through the Large Intestine channel while simultaneously contributing Blood-invigorating action to the formula's stagnation-resolving strategy; Da Huang's combined purgative and Blood-invigorating action makes it essential in formulas for chronic Damp and stagnation accumulation patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) - Chinese salvia root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis, cools Blood, and calms the Spirit; the formula's primary Blood-invigorating herb, addressing the Blood stagnation component of the chronic Damp-Phlegm accumulation pattern; Dan Shen's tanshinones and salvianolic acids provide both classical TCVM Blood-invigorating action and well-documented modern pharmacological cardiovascular and metabolic support activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHe Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) - Fo-ti root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and mildly invigorates Blood; the formula's Liver and Kidney-tonifying and Blood-nourishing herb, addressing the Liver Blood and Kidney Essence deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation in the metabolic imbalance pattern; He Shou Wu's combined tonifying and mild Blood-invigorating nature makes it appropriate for formulas requiring both Liver-Kidney nourishment and stagnation resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus) - Astragalus root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Protective Qi, raises Yang, and strengthens the exterior; the formula's primary Qi-tonifying herb alongside Bai Zhu, providing the Spleen Qi tonification that supports the post-Heaven Qi production foundation and addressing the Qi deficiency root of the Damp accumulation pattern; Huang Qi's astragaloside constituents also provide immunomodulatory and adaptogenic support alongside its classical TCVM Qi-tonifying action\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 (Paeonia suffruticosa) - Tree peony root bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, cools Blood, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis; the formula's Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling herb, addressing any Heat component of the Blood stagnation pattern and contributing Blood-invigorating action alongside Dan Shen and Shan Zha; Mu Dan Pi's paeonol constituent provides both classical TCVM Heat-clearing and Blood-invigorating action and well-documented anti-inflammatory activity\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 Zha (Crataegus pinnatifida) - Chinese hawthorn fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resolves food stagnation, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis with a specific affinity for fat and food accumulation stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach channels; the formula's food stagnation-resolving and Blood-invigorating herb, directly addressing the food and fat accumulation component of the metabolic stagnation pattern; Shan Zha's OPC and flavonoid constituents provide both classical TCVM stagnation-resolving action and documented cardiovascular and metabolic support activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris) - Capillary artemisia herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Damp-Heat and promotes bile secretion and Damp elimination through the Liver and Gallbladder channel system; the formula's Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb, supporting the elimination of Damp accumulation through the Liver and Gallbladder pathway and complementing Ze Xie's Damp-draining action through the Kidney and Bladder pathway; Yin Chen Hao's chlorogenic acid and scoparone constituents provide hepatoprotective and lipid-modulating activity alongside its classical TCVM Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Yang Huo (Epimedium brevicornu) - Epimedium herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Kidney Yang, strengthens the sinews and bones, and warms the Ming Men Fire; the formula's Kidney Yang-tonifying herb, addressing the Kidney Yang deficiency root that impairs Spleen warming function and metabolic Qi transformation; Yin Yang Huo's icariin constituent provides both classical TCVM Kidney Yang-tonifying action and documented phosphodiesterase-inhibiting and bone metabolism-supporting activity\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 (Alisma plantago-aquatica) - Water plantain rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Dampness and promotes urination to clear accumulated Damp from the Lower Jiao; the formula's primary Damp-draining herb, working alongside Bai Zhu and Yin Chen Hao to eliminate accumulated Dampness through three pathways: the Spleen transforming and transporting function (Bai Zhu), the Liver and Gallbladder bile pathway (Yin Chen Hao), and the Kidney and Bladder urinary pathway (Ze Xie); Ze Xie's alisol triterpene constituents provide both classical TCVM Damp-draining action and documented lipid-modulating activity\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);\"\u003eOB Formula contains Blood-invigorating herbs including Dan Shen (Chinese salvia root), Mu Dan Pi (tree peony root bark), Shan Zha (Chinese hawthorn fruit), and Da Huang (Chinese rhubarb root); Damp-draining herbs including Ze Xie (water plantain rhizome) and Yin Chen Hao (capillary artemisia herb); a purgative herb (Da Huang); and Kidney Yang-tonifying herbs including Yin Yang Huo (epimedium herb) and He Shou Wu (fo-ti root). Dan Shen and Mu Dan Pi may affect platelet aggregation and interact with anticoagulant medications; Da Huang's anthraquinone constituents may affect the absorption and electrolyte balance of concurrently administered medications; Yin Chen Hao may affect hepatic cytochrome P450 enzyme activity and the metabolism of medications processed by those enzymes; He Shou Wu warrants monitoring of hepatic function with extended use. Dogs, cats, and horses on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in these species 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 or antiplatelet medications, diuretics, medications affecting electrolyte balance, hepatically metabolized medications, thyroid medications, and animals managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can 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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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 OB Formula used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOB Formula (previously called Obesity Formula) is indicated for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi and Blood stagnation, where insufficient Spleen Qi has impaired the body's ability to transform and transport Fluids and Qi, resulting in Damp-Phlegm accumulation, secondary Blood stagnation, and the underlying Kidney Yang deficiency that allows Cold and Damp to accumulate and persist. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it as a comprehensive TCVM metabolic support formula for animals presenting with the Spleen Qi deficiency and Damp-Phlegm accumulation pattern associated with metabolic imbalance and weight management support. No contraindications and no warnings are listed for this formula. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate TCVM pattern diagnosis before recommending OB Formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is OB Formula administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For dogs and cats using the 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is 0.5g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For horses using the 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is 10g to 20g twice daily as a top dressing on feed, or as directed by your veterinarian. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy does OB Formula include both Damp-clearing and Blood-invigorating herbs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM pattern theory, Spleen Qi deficiency and Damp accumulation create a mutually reinforcing cycle that, when chronic, leads to secondary Blood stagnation: insufficient Spleen Qi impairs fluid transformation, leading to Damp-Phlegm accumulation; chronic Damp accumulation obstructs the Qi and Blood channels, resulting in Qi and Blood stagnation; and Blood stagnation further impairs Spleen function, perpetuating the Damp accumulation. OB Formula addresses this multi-layer cycle by combining Spleen Qi tonification (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi), Damp-draining and clearance (Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), and Blood invigoration and stagnation resolution (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang) in a single formula, ensuring that the Damp being eliminated is simultaneously replaced by restored Spleen Qi function and unobstructed Blood movement, breaking the cycle at multiple points rather than addressing only one layer at a time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat roles do Yin Yang Huo and He Shou Wu play in a metabolic support formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM theory, the Spleen's transforming and transporting function depends on the warming and activating power of Kidney Yang - specifically the Ming Men Fire - to maintain the metabolic heat required for proper fluid transformation and Qi production. Chronic Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp accumulation frequently has an underlying Kidney Yang deficiency root, where insufficient Kidney Yang fails to warm the Spleen sufficiently to maintain proper fluid metabolism. Yin Yang Huo tonifies Kidney Yang and warms the Ming Men Fire, addressing this Kidney Yang deficiency root to restore the warming foundation that Spleen metabolic function depends on. He Shou Wu tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and provides the Liver Blood nourishment needed to address the Blood deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation. Together, they form the formula's constitutional support layer, ensuring the Spleen Qi tonification and Damp-clearing strategy is supported by a restored Kidney Yang and Liver Blood foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2023-06-21T16:05:43-05:00","created_at":"2022-12-05T15:53:49-06:00","vendor":"Jing Tang","type":"Pet Vitamins \u0026 Supplements","tags":["Els_PW_7628","Health_Need_Immune","Herb_Type_Concentrated_Capsule","Product_Type_Herb","Species_Cat","Species_Dog","Vendor_Jing_Tang"],"price":11440,"price_min":11440,"price_max":11440,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":40434120851526,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"F2121C2-200","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Jing Tang OB Formula 0.5g Capsules (200 Count)","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":11440,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/JingTang-Capsules_0eb1de50-268d-40c8-a8e1-5ebc49edee4d.jpg?v=1670287542","\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/F2121C2-200.jpg?v=1670287528"],"featured_image":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/JingTang-Capsules_0eb1de50-268d-40c8-a8e1-5ebc49edee4d.jpg?v=1670287542","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Jing Tang herbal capsules for pets, tan gelatin capsules filled with concentrated TCVM herbal formula for dogs and cats","id":22103289397318,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1024,"width":1024,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/JingTang-Capsules_0eb1de50-268d-40c8-a8e1-5ebc49edee4d.jpg?v=1670287542"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1024,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/JingTang-Capsules_0eb1de50-268d-40c8-a8e1-5ebc49edee4d.jpg?v=1670287542","width":1024},{"alt":"Jing Tang Obesity Formula herbal supplement capsules for dogs and cats — white bottle with inset image of tan capsules, featuring traditional Chinese veterinary medicine formula","id":22103289364550,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":400,"width":400,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/F2121C2-200.jpg?v=1670287528"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":400,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/F2121C2-200.jpg?v=1670287528","width":400}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\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);\"\u003eRecommended by holistic veterinarians, \u003cstrong\u003eJing Tang OB Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e (previously called Obesity Formula) is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that tonifies Qi, clears Damp, and resolves stagnation to address patterns of Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi and Blood stagnation in dogs, cats, and horses. This ten-herb formula combines a Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-draining foundation (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), a Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang), and a Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver-nourishing layer (Yin Yang Huo, He Shou Wu) to address the complex TCVM metabolic pattern of Spleen Qi deficiency leading to Damp-Phlegm accumulation, secondary Qi and Blood stagnation, and underlying Kidney Yang and Liver Blood deficiency that TCVM associates with metabolic imbalance and weight management support. Available as 0.5g concentrated capsules (200 count). No contraindications and no warnings are listed for this formula. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Dosing varies by species and body weight; 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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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\u003eSpleen Qi tonification and Damp-Phlegm clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bai Zhu tonifies the Spleen, dries Dampness, and strengthens the Spleen's transforming and transporting functions; Huang Qi tonifies Spleen and Protective Qi and raises Yang; Ze Xie drains Dampness and promotes urination to clear accumulated Damp from the Lower Jiao; Yin Chen Hao clears Damp-Heat and promotes bile secretion and Damp elimination through the Liver and Gallbladder channel system; together they form the formula's Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-clearing foundation, addressing the impaired Spleen transforming and transporting function that underlies Damp-Phlegm accumulation in the TCVM metabolic imbalance 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\u003eBlood invigoration and stagnation resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dan Shen invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis, and cools Blood; Mu Dan Pi clears Heat, cools Blood, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis; Shan Zha resolves food stagnation, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis with a specific affinity for fat and food accumulation; Da Huang purges accumulation, clears Heat, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis with a strong descending and stagnation-clearing action; together they form the formula's Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer, addressing the secondary Qi and Blood stagnation that develops from chronic Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Spleen Qi 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\u003eKidney Yang tonification and Liver Blood nourishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yin Yang Huo tonifies Kidney Yang, strengthens the sinews and bones, and warms the Ming Men Fire that supports Spleen warming and metabolic function; He Shou Wu tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and supports Liver Blood nourishment alongside its mild Blood-invigorating action; together they form the formula's Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver Blood-nourishing layer, addressing the Kidney Yang deficiency root that impairs Spleen warming and the Liver Blood deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation in the metabolic imbalance 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);\"\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:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonify Qi, clear Damp, resolve stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassical antecedent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Previously called Obesity Formula; compound formula addressing Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi-Blood stagnation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e None listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian\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\u003e0.5g Concentrated Capsules (200 Count):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat\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\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Dogs and Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated Capsules (0.5g) - Horses:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10g to 20g twice daily as a top dressing on feed, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMay be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate dose and duration for your animal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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);\"\u003eActive ingredients: Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala), White atractylodes rhizome; Da Huang (Rheum palmatum), Chinese rhubarb root; Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), Chinese salvia root; He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum), Fo-ti root; Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus), Astragalus root; Mu Dan Pi (Paeonia suffruticosa), Tree peony root bark; Shan Zha (Crataegus pinnatifida), Chinese hawthorn fruit; Yin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris), Capillary artemisia herb; Yin Yang Huo (Epimedium brevicornu), Epimedium herb; Ze Xie (Alisma plantago-aquatica), Water plantain rhizome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInactive ingredients: Bovine gelatin.\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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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);\"\u003eOB Formula is a ten-herb formula organized around a Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-draining foundation (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi, Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), a Blood-invigorating and stagnation-resolving layer (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang), and a Kidney Yang-tonifying and Liver Blood-nourishing layer (Yin Yang Huo, He Shou Wu):\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\u003eBai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala) - White atractylodes rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the Spleen, dries Dampness, and strengthens the Spleen's transforming and transporting functions; the formula's primary Spleen Qi-tonifying and Damp-drying herb, directly addressing the impaired Spleen transforming and transporting function that underlies Damp-Phlegm accumulation in the TCVM metabolic imbalance 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\u003eDa Huang (Rheum palmatum) - Chinese rhubarb root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purges accumulation, clears Heat, invigorates Blood, and dispels Blood stasis; the formula's strong descending and stagnation-clearing herb, driving accumulated Damp-Phlegm and Blood stasis downward and out through the Large Intestine channel while simultaneously contributing Blood-invigorating action to the formula's stagnation-resolving strategy; Da Huang's combined purgative and Blood-invigorating action makes it essential in formulas for chronic Damp and stagnation accumulation patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) - Chinese salvia root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis, cools Blood, and calms the Spirit; the formula's primary Blood-invigorating herb, addressing the Blood stagnation component of the chronic Damp-Phlegm accumulation pattern; Dan Shen's tanshinones and salvianolic acids provide both classical TCVM Blood-invigorating action and well-documented modern pharmacological cardiovascular and metabolic support activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHe Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) - Fo-ti root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and mildly invigorates Blood; the formula's Liver and Kidney-tonifying and Blood-nourishing herb, addressing the Liver Blood and Kidney Essence deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation in the metabolic imbalance pattern; He Shou Wu's combined tonifying and mild Blood-invigorating nature makes it appropriate for formulas requiring both Liver-Kidney nourishment and stagnation resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus) - Astragalus root:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Protective Qi, raises Yang, and strengthens the exterior; the formula's primary Qi-tonifying herb alongside Bai Zhu, providing the Spleen Qi tonification that supports the post-Heaven Qi production foundation and addressing the Qi deficiency root of the Damp accumulation pattern; Huang Qi's astragaloside constituents also provide immunomodulatory and adaptogenic support alongside its classical TCVM Qi-tonifying action\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 (Paeonia suffruticosa) - Tree peony root bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat, cools Blood, and invigorates Blood to dispel stasis; the formula's Heat-clearing and Blood-cooling herb, addressing any Heat component of the Blood stagnation pattern and contributing Blood-invigorating action alongside Dan Shen and Shan Zha; Mu Dan Pi's paeonol constituent provides both classical TCVM Heat-clearing and Blood-invigorating action and well-documented anti-inflammatory activity\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 Zha (Crataegus pinnatifida) - Chinese hawthorn fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resolves food stagnation, invigorates Blood, and disperses Blood stasis with a specific affinity for fat and food accumulation stagnation in the Spleen and Stomach channels; the formula's food stagnation-resolving and Blood-invigorating herb, directly addressing the food and fat accumulation component of the metabolic stagnation pattern; Shan Zha's OPC and flavonoid constituents provide both classical TCVM stagnation-resolving action and documented cardiovascular and metabolic support activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Chen Hao (Artemisia capillaris) - Capillary artemisia herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Damp-Heat and promotes bile secretion and Damp elimination through the Liver and Gallbladder channel system; the formula's Liver and Gallbladder Damp-Heat-clearing herb, supporting the elimination of Damp accumulation through the Liver and Gallbladder pathway and complementing Ze Xie's Damp-draining action through the Kidney and Bladder pathway; Yin Chen Hao's chlorogenic acid and scoparone constituents provide hepatoprotective and lipid-modulating activity alongside its classical TCVM Damp-Heat-clearing action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Yang Huo (Epimedium brevicornu) - Epimedium herb:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Kidney Yang, strengthens the sinews and bones, and warms the Ming Men Fire; the formula's Kidney Yang-tonifying herb, addressing the Kidney Yang deficiency root that impairs Spleen warming function and metabolic Qi transformation; Yin Yang Huo's icariin constituent provides both classical TCVM Kidney Yang-tonifying action and documented phosphodiesterase-inhibiting and bone metabolism-supporting activity\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 (Alisma plantago-aquatica) - Water plantain rhizome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Dampness and promotes urination to clear accumulated Damp from the Lower Jiao; the formula's primary Damp-draining herb, working alongside Bai Zhu and Yin Chen Hao to eliminate accumulated Dampness through three pathways: the Spleen transforming and transporting function (Bai Zhu), the Liver and Gallbladder bile pathway (Yin Chen Hao), and the Kidney and Bladder urinary pathway (Ze Xie); Ze Xie's alisol triterpene constituents provide both classical TCVM Damp-draining action and documented lipid-modulating activity\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);\"\u003eOB Formula contains Blood-invigorating herbs including Dan Shen (Chinese salvia root), Mu Dan Pi (tree peony root bark), Shan Zha (Chinese hawthorn fruit), and Da Huang (Chinese rhubarb root); Damp-draining herbs including Ze Xie (water plantain rhizome) and Yin Chen Hao (capillary artemisia herb); a purgative herb (Da Huang); and Kidney Yang-tonifying herbs including Yin Yang Huo (epimedium herb) and He Shou Wu (fo-ti root). Dan Shen and Mu Dan Pi may affect platelet aggregation and interact with anticoagulant medications; Da Huang's anthraquinone constituents may affect the absorption and electrolyte balance of concurrently administered medications; Yin Chen Hao may affect hepatic cytochrome P450 enzyme activity and the metabolism of medications processed by those enzymes; He Shou Wu warrants monitoring of hepatic function with extended use. Dogs, cats, and horses on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in these species 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 or antiplatelet medications, diuretics, medications affecting electrolyte balance, hepatically metabolized medications, thyroid medications, and animals managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian. Your veterinarian can 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\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSubmit Your Authorization Request\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcvmpet.com\/pages\/schedule-a-consultation\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\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 OB Formula used for in TCVM?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOB Formula (previously called Obesity Formula) is indicated for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp-Phlegm accumulation and Qi and Blood stagnation, where insufficient Spleen Qi has impaired the body's ability to transform and transport Fluids and Qi, resulting in Damp-Phlegm accumulation, secondary Blood stagnation, and the underlying Kidney Yang deficiency that allows Cold and Damp to accumulate and persist. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it as a comprehensive TCVM metabolic support formula for animals presenting with the Spleen Qi deficiency and Damp-Phlegm accumulation pattern associated with metabolic imbalance and weight management support. No contraindications and no warnings are listed for this formula. Your authorizing veterinarian will confirm the appropriate TCVM pattern diagnosis before recommending OB Formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow is OB Formula administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For dogs and cats using the 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is 0.5g per 10 to 20 lbs of body weight twice daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. For horses using the 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is 10g to 20g twice daily as a top dressing on feed, or as directed by your veterinarian. May be used for up to 6 months, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhy does OB Formula include both Damp-clearing and Blood-invigorating herbs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM pattern theory, Spleen Qi deficiency and Damp accumulation create a mutually reinforcing cycle that, when chronic, leads to secondary Blood stagnation: insufficient Spleen Qi impairs fluid transformation, leading to Damp-Phlegm accumulation; chronic Damp accumulation obstructs the Qi and Blood channels, resulting in Qi and Blood stagnation; and Blood stagnation further impairs Spleen function, perpetuating the Damp accumulation. OB Formula addresses this multi-layer cycle by combining Spleen Qi tonification (Bai Zhu, Huang Qi), Damp-draining and clearance (Ze Xie, Yin Chen Hao), and Blood invigoration and stagnation resolution (Dan Shen, Mu Dan Pi, Shan Zha, Da Huang) in a single formula, ensuring that the Damp being eliminated is simultaneously replaced by restored Spleen Qi function and unobstructed Blood movement, breaking the cycle at multiple points rather than addressing only one layer at a time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat roles do Yin Yang Huo and He Shou Wu play in a metabolic support formula?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM theory, the Spleen's transforming and transporting function depends on the warming and activating power of Kidney Yang - specifically the Ming Men Fire - to maintain the metabolic heat required for proper fluid transformation and Qi production. Chronic Spleen Qi deficiency with Damp accumulation frequently has an underlying Kidney Yang deficiency root, where insufficient Kidney Yang fails to warm the Spleen sufficiently to maintain proper fluid metabolism. Yin Yang Huo tonifies Kidney Yang and warms the Ming Men Fire, addressing this Kidney Yang deficiency root to restore the warming foundation that Spleen metabolic function depends on. He Shou Wu tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence, and provides the Liver Blood nourishment needed to address the Blood deficiency that accompanies chronic Damp accumulation and Blood stagnation. Together, they form the formula's constitutional support layer, ensuring the Spleen Qi tonification and Damp-clearing strategy is supported by a restored Kidney Yang and Liver Blood foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}