In traditional Chinese medicine this herbal formula is used to help with hypertension due to Liver Yang rising and in cases where heat signs (especially of the Liver) are apparent such as a red tongue and rapid pulse. Jiang Ya Pian is composed of 11 herbs which act together to calm the liver, subdue the Yang, enrich the Yin (Dan Shen) (Mu Dan Pi) (Huang Qin) (Zhi Zi) (Zhi Mu) (Zhen Zhu Mu) (Long Dan Cao) (Di Huang) (Niu Xi) (Xia Ku Cao) (Huai Mi) This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.