What Chinese patent medicines are used for anti-anxiety?

Nov 10, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Sun Lianqing

Introduction

Chinese herbal medicines for anxiety include Xiaoyao Pills, Zhusha Anshen Pills, Jieyu Anshen Granules, Ningshen Buxin Tablets, and Baizi Yangxin Pills. These should be selected according to the specific TCM syndrome patterns associated with anxiety and must not be taken arbitrarily without medical guidance. If anxiety symptoms persist for more than two weeks or are accompanied by thoughts of self-harm, prompt medical attention is recommended. Xiaoyao Pills: help soothe the liver, strengthen the spleen, nourish the blood, and regulate menstruation.

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) preparations for anxiety include Xiaoyao Pills, Zhusha Anshen Pills, Jieyu Anshen Granules, Ningxin Buxin Tablets, and Baizi Yangxin Pills. These should be selected based on the specific TCM syndrome pattern associated with anxiety under medical guidance and must not be taken arbitrarily without professional advice. If anxiety persists for more than two weeks or is accompanied by thoughts of self-harm, prompt medical attention is recommended.

1. Xiaoyao Pills: These help soothe the liver, strengthen the spleen, nourish blood, and regulate menstruation. They are suitable for anxiety caused by liver qi stagnation and spleen deficiency, characterized by low mood, chest and rib fullness, and reduced appetite. By harmonizing liver and spleen functions, they help improve emotional disturbances.

2. Zhusha Anshen Pills: These clear heart fire, nourish blood, calm the mind, and relieve restlessness. They are appropriate for anxiety due to excessive heart fire combined with deficiency of yin and blood, manifesting as irritability, insomnia, palpitations, and unease. They help subdue heart fire and alleviate agitation.

3. Jieyu Anshen Granules: These have the effect of soothing the liver, relieving depression, calming the mind, and stabilizing emotions. They are suitable for anxiety due to emotional stagnation and liver qi blockage, presenting as anxiety, irritability, insomnia, and vivid dreams. They help relieve constrained liver qi and improve emotional well-being.

4. Ningxin Buxin Tablets: Their main functions are nourishing blood, calming the mind, and tonifying the liver and kidneys. They are indicated for anxiety due to yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys and insufficient nourishment from blood deficiency, with symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, insomnia, and forgetfulness. By nourishing the liver, kidneys, and blood, they help stabilize the spirit.

5. Baizi Yangxin Pills: These replenish qi and nourish blood while calming the mind. They are suitable for anxiety due to deficiency and cold in heart qi, characterized by palpitations, being easily startled, insomnia, and poor memory. By warming and tonifying heart qi, they help relieve restlessness of the mind.

During treatment with anti-anxiety TCM preparations, patients may benefit from listening to soothing music to regulate emotions, choosing a light diet and avoiding spicy or stimulating foods, and practicing deep breathing exercises at a fixed time each day to promote physical and mental relaxation and enhance the therapeutic effects of the medication.

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