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Jing Tang Yi Zhi Ren Formula Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses

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Jing Tang Yi Zhi Ren Formula Chinese Herbal Formula for Dogs, Cats, and Horses

Veterinary Authorization Required for TCVM Herbal Formulas - TCVM Pet Supply

Recommended by holistic veterinarians, Jing Tang Yi Zhi Ren Formula is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula that warms and tonifies the Spleen and Kidney, clears Damp, moves Qi, and resolves stagnation in dogs, cats, and horses. Based on the classical Yi Zhi Ren San, this thirteen-herb formula addresses Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency with Damp accumulation and Qi stagnation, combining warming Yang tonics with Qi-moving and Damp-resolving herbs to support digestive harmony and restore smooth Qi and Blood flow. Available in concentrated powder and concentrated capsules. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

What It Supports

  • Spleen and Kidney Yang tonification: Warms and strengthens Spleen and Kidney Yang to address cold intolerance, weakness, and metabolic sluggishness
  • Damp clearance: Resolves Damp accumulation contributing to digestive discomfort, bloating, and fluid retention in the middle Jiao
  • Qi movement and stagnation resolution: Moves stagnant Qi and Blood to relieve tension, internal blockages, and musculoskeletal discomfort
  • Digestive harmony: Supports healthy gastrointestinal function by warming the middle Jiao and regulating Qi flow through the Spleen and Stomach
  • Musculoskeletal support: Addresses stiffness and discomfort associated with Qi and Blood stagnation patterns rooted in Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency

TCVM Principles

  • Primary action: Warm and tonify Spleen and Kidney, clear Damp, move Qi, and resolve stagnation
  • Classical antecedent: Yi Zhi Ren San (Alpinia Powder) from Yuan Heng Liao Ma Ji (Yuan-heng's Therapeutic Treatise of Horses), written by Yu Ben-yuan and Yu Ben-heng in 1608
  • Contraindications: None listed
  • Warning: Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs

Available Forms

  • 90g Concentrated Powder: Highly concentrated granule format; mix into food for easy daily administration
  • 0.5g Concentrated Capsules (100 Count): Pre-measured concentrated capsule format for precise, convenient dosing; can be given directly or hidden in food or a soft treat

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Bai Shao Yao (Paeonia lactiflora), White peony root; Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala), White atractylodes rhizome; Cao Guo (Amomum tsao-ko), Tsaoko fruit; Chuan Mu Xiang (Vladimiria souliei), Sichuan costus root; Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), Sichuan lovage rhizome; Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis), Dong quai root; Hou Po (Magnolia officinalis), Magnolia bark; Qing Pi (Citrus reticulata, unripe), Green tangerine peel; Rou Dou Kou (Myristica fragrans), Nutmeg seed; Rou Gui (Cinnamomum cassia), Cinnamon bark; Sha Ren (Amomum villosum), Villous amomum fruit; Yi Zhi Ren (Alpinia oxyphylla), Alpinia fruit; Zhi Ke (Citrus aurantium), Bitter orange fruit.

Inactive ingredients: Gluten-free maltodextrin (powder format). Capsule format also contains bovine gelatin.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

Active Ingredient TCVM Actions

Yi Zhi Ren San is a thirteen-herb formula combining warming Yang tonics and Damp-drying herbs with Qi-moving and Blood-invigorating agents to address Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency with Damp accumulation and Qi stagnation:

  • Yi Zhi Ren (Alpinia oxyphylla) - Alpinia fruit: The chief herb; warms Kidney and Spleen Yang, reduces urinary frequency associated with Kidney Yang deficiency, and addresses cold-type digestive patterns
  • Rou Gui (Cinnamomum cassia) - Cinnamon bark: Warms Kidney and Spleen Yang, disperses Cold, and promotes circulation of Qi and Blood through the channels
  • Rou Dou Kou (Myristica fragrans) - Nutmeg seed: Warms the middle Jiao and binds the intestines; addresses cold-type digestive patterns and Spleen Yang deficiency
  • Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala) - White atractylodes rhizome: Tonifies Spleen Qi and dries Damp; strengthens the middle Jiao and supports healthy digestive function
  • Cao Guo (Amomum tsao-ko) - Tsaoko fruit: Warms the middle Jiao and dries Damp; resolves Phlegm-Damp accumulation and addresses abdominal distension
  • Sha Ren (Amomum villosum) - Villous amomum fruit: Transforms Damp and moves Qi; warms the Spleen and Stomach and relieves nausea and abdominal distension
  • Hou Po (Magnolia officinalis) - Magnolia bark: Moves Qi, dries Damp, and descends rebellious Qi; resolves abdominal fullness and Phlegm-Damp accumulation
  • Chuan Mu Xiang (Vladimiria souliei) - Sichuan costus root: Moves Qi and addresses discomfort; regulates Spleen and Stomach Qi to address bloating and internal tension
  • Qing Pi (Citrus reticulata, unripe) - Green tangerine peel: Breaks Qi stagnation and disperses accumulation; strongly moves Liver Qi and addresses distension and internal tension
  • Zhi Ke (Citrus aurantium) - Bitter orange fruit: Moves Qi and reduces distension; supports downward movement of Qi to relieve bloating and fullness
  • Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) - Sichuan lovage rhizome: Invigorates Blood and moves Qi; addresses discomfort associated with Blood stagnation and Qi constraint
  • Dang Gui (Angelica sinensis) - Dong quai root: Tonifies and invigorates Blood; nourishes Liver Blood and addresses discomfort associated with Blood deficiency and stagnation
  • Bai Shao Yao (Paeonia lactiflora) - White peony root: Nourishes Blood and Yin, softens the Liver, and moderates the actions of the warming herbs in the formula

Potential Drug Interactions

Yi Zhi Ren San contains warming Yang-tonifying herbs (Yi Zhi Ren, Rou Gui, Rou Dou Kou) alongside Blood-invigorating herbs (Chuan Xiong, Dang Gui) and Qi-moving herbs (Hou Po, Qing Pi, Zhi Ke) that may interact with certain medications. Pets on prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision, as herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats remains limited.

Medication categories warranting extra caution include anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, gastrointestinal motility medications, hormone or thyroid therapies, immunosuppressive medications, and pets managing multiple concurrent prescriptions. Your veterinarian can determine appropriateness based on your pet's condition, current medications, and laboratory results.

VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions is Yi Zhi Ren Formula used for in TCVM?

Yi Zhi Ren Formula is most commonly recommended for dogs, cats, and horses with TCVM patterns of Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency with Damp accumulation and Qi stagnation. Holistic veterinarians frequently prescribe it for pets showing signs such as cold intolerance, digestive sluggishness, bloating, loose stools, muscle weakness, joint stiffness, or urinary irregularities, particularly when accompanied by a pale tongue and a deep, slow pulse. No contraindications are listed for this formula; stop use immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.

How is Yi Zhi Ren Formula administered, and what are the dosing guidelines?

Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance. For the 90g concentrated powder, the dose for dogs and cats is 0.1g to 0.25g per 10 to 20 lbs twice daily; the included small scoop holds approximately 0.4g. For horses using the concentrated powder, the standard dose is 3g (approximately 2.5 large scoops) twice daily; the large scoop holds approximately 1.2g. For 0.5g concentrated capsules, the guideline is one capsule per 20 to 40 lbs of body weight twice daily, or one 0.2g capsule once daily for small dogs and cats under 10 lbs. Use as needed for up to 6 months. Stop administration immediately if the patient develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.

How long does it take to see results with Yi Zhi Ren Formula?

Response time varies by individual, the severity of the Spleen and Kidney Yang deficiency and Damp accumulation pattern, and the format used. Many pet owners begin to notice improvements in digestive comfort, energy, and overall warmth within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent use. You may use the formula as needed for up to 6 months. Regular follow-up with your holistic veterinarian is recommended to monitor progress and adjust dosing as needed.

Can Yi Zhi Ren Formula be combined with other TCVM formulas or medications?

Yi Zhi Ren Formula is sometimes used alongside other TCVM formulas as part of a comprehensive Spleen and Kidney Yang support or digestive health protocol, but your authorizing veterinarian should always guide combination use. If your pet is on prescription medications, particularly anticoagulants or gastrointestinal medications, your veterinarian will evaluate whether Yi Zhi Ren Formula is appropriate given your pet's full health picture and current treatment plan. Stop use immediately if your pet develops diarrhea or other unusual signs.

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