Gui Pi Tang - 归脾汤 - Earth Restoring Decoction (Granules)

What is Gui Pi Tang?

Gui Pi Tang, known as “Earth Restoring Decoction,” is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) developed during the Ming Dynasty by the famous herbalist Li Shi Zhen. Formulated around 1575 AD, Gui Pi Tang was mainly used to treat ailments related to Qi and blood deficiencies.

What are the benefits of Gui Pi Tang?

Gui Pi Tang is widely known as a gentle, tonifying formula. In TCM, Gui Pi Tang tonifies Spleen qi and Heart blood. TCM practitioners often recommend Gui Pi Tang for insomnia, poor memory, anemia, chronic fatigue, and other conditions associated with blood and Spleen qi deficiency.

What is the dosage and method for taking Gui Pi Tang?

The generally recommended dosage for Gui Pi Tang is 4.5 g mixed with hot water, 2-3 times per day; or if  in capsule form, four capsules, two to three times daily. However, always follow your healthcare provider's instructions, as the dosage can vary based on your condition and response to treatment.

Please see What's the Recommended Dosage for Granule Herbs? for more information.

When can I expect to see results?

Gui Pi Tang typically starts to show effects within days. However, like all treatments, its efficacy can vary from person to person.

Does Gui Pi Tang have any side effects?

While Gui Pi Tang is generally considered safe for most people, it can cause side effects in some individuals. Women who are pregnant, nursing, or postpartum as well as people with liver disease, should avoid or use Gui Pi Tang with caution.

As with any Chinese herb, we recommend consulting with a qualified practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) about Gui Pi Tang before any course of treatment is started. 

Where to buy Gui Pi Tang

For practitioners, Treasure of the East offers full-spectrum Gui Pi Tang capsules as well as granules in 100g bottles and bulk packaging. 

If you’re a consumer looking to purchase Gui Pi Tang, look for suppliers who provide clear information about the product's origin, purity, and testing procedures to ensure you're getting a high-quality product. Please read Where to Buy Chinese Herbs Safely for more tips on how to source herbs safely.

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Item Number: G048
Chinese Name: 归脾汤, Gui Pi Tang
English Name: Earth Restoring Decoction
Functions: Augments Qi, Nourishes the Blood, Strengthens the Spleen, Nourishes the Heart
TCM Pattern: Spleen Not Governing Blood, Heart Blood Deficiency, Heart (Blood) and Spleen (Qi) Deficiency due to worry, Atrophy disorder due to Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
Potency: Concentrated 5:1; Full-spectrum, water-based herbal extract.
Available in: capsules, 100g granules, and bulk packaging.

Ingredients (2023 Formulation):

Bai Zhu	White Atractylodes Rhizome
Chuan Mu Xiang	Vladimira Root
Da Zao	Jujube Fruit
Dang Gui	Chinese Angelica Root
Fu Shen	Poria Mushroom with Hostwood
Gan Cao (Mi)	Licorice Root (Processed)
Huang Qi (Mi)	Astragalus Root (Processed)
Long Yan Rou	Longan Flesh
Bai Shen	Ginseng Root
Sheng Jiang	Ginger
Suan Zao Ren (Chao)	Spiny Jujube Kernel (Processed)
Yuan Zhi (Zhi)	Polygala Root (Processed)

Ingredients (Updated Formulation):

Huang Qi (Mi)	Astragalus Root (Processed)
Bai Zhu	White Atractylodes Rhizome
Gan Cao (Mi)	Licorice Root (Processed)
Fu Ling	Poria
Yuan Zhi (Zhi)	Polygala Root (Processed)
Suan Zao Ren (Chao)	Spiny Jujube Kernel (Processed)
Chuan Mu Xiang	Vladimiria Root
Sheng Jiang	Ginger
Da Zao	Jujube Fruit
Dang Gui	Chinese Angelica Root
Long Yan Rou	Longan Flesh
Bai Shen	Ginseng Root

Ingredients provided for reference. Bottles containing 2023 Formulation will be fulfilled until they are sold out - to verify which formulation is currently being shipped, contact us through chat or at herbs@treasureoftheeast.com