• APR Nourishing Formula (Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan)

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APR Nourishing Formula (Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan)

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A classical formula traditionally used to nourish Kidney and Liver Yin while clearing Empty Heat in patterns of Yin deficiency with internal Heat.

In veterinary practice, this formula is particularly useful in cats showing chronic Yin depletion with concurrent Heat signs. These animals are often thin despite maintaining appetite and relatively normal stools, and commonly develop agitation, restlessness at night, heat intolerance and inflammatory redness affecting the eyes, gums or skin.

It is frequently selected in chronic metabolic and degenerative disease where depletion and Heat coexist beneath the surface.

 


Currently in Australia, KAN herbal blends are only allowed to be dispensed by a registered veterinarian.

As with all Traditional Chinese Herbal blends, KAN Herbs are best prescribed by an integrative veterinarian who can examine your animal in person. Telehealth consultations however can be used when access to an appropriate veterinarian is difficult or not possible.

If you are a registered Veterinarian, please get in touch via our contact page.

If you would like to access the KAN range of herbal blends, please book an appointment to access a telehealth (phone or video) appointment with Dr Tanya Meares BVSc.

Before the appointment, you will be asked to submit a form with background information about your animal and their health issues.

The cost of the 30 minute telehealth appointment is $80 but you will receive a discount of $40 on your first order of any product product in the shop.

These formulas require practitioner dispensing under current regulatory guidelines.

How it Works

Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan builds upon the Yin-nourishing foundation of the Rehmannia family of formulas while adding stronger Heat-clearing action for patients showing Empty Fire and internal Heat.

In clinical practice, this formula is particularly useful in cats with chronic Yin deficiency presentations. These animals are often thin despite maintaining appetite and relatively normal stools, but simultaneously show signs of Heat and fluid depletion including agitation, restlessness at night, heat intolerance and redness affecting the eyes, gums or skin.

It is commonly used in:

  • diabetes mellitus in thin or heat-prone animals
  • hyperthyroidism
  • chronic renal failure, particularly azotaemic patients
  • chronic gingivitis or stomatitis with dryness and redness
  • cognitive dysfunction in ageing animals

Many patients also develop lower back pain, hindlimb stiffness or weakness associated with progressive Kidney deficiency.

Raw Rehmannia replenishes Kidney Yin and supports cooling fluid reserves depleted by chronic disease. Cornelian cherry and Chinese yam help stabilise Essence and support metabolic integrity, while the draining herbs regulate fluid metabolism and prevent excessive stagnation from rich tonifying herbs.

Phellodendron bark and Anemarrhena rhizome clear deficiency Heat arising from Yin depletion, helping moderate inflammatory Heat, agitation, thirst and tissue dryness without excessively damaging underlying reserves.

Tongue is often small, dry or slightly red.
Ingredients

Raw rehmannia root,

Asiatic cornelian cherry fruit,

Tree peony root bark,

Anemarrhena rhizome,

Phellodendron bark,

Poria,

Chinese yam rhizome,

Asian water plantain rhizome.
Dosing
4kg give 0.3mls twice daily
8kg give 0.45mls twice daily
12kg give 0.60mls twice daily
23kg give 0.9mls twice daily
32kg give 1.2mls twice daily
75kg give 1.8mls twice daily
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Frequently Asked Questions

How is APR Nourishing Formula different from Rehmannia 8?

APR Nourishing Formula is generally suited to thin, hot, restless animals showing inflammatory Heat layered over depletion. These patients may show weight loss despite appetite, agitation, heat intolerance, redness or dryness.

Rehmannia 8 is more suited to cold, weak or exhausted animals showing urinary leakage, lower body weakness, stiffness, fatigue and declining vitality.
Why can deficient animals still appear hot or inflamed?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, long-standing depletion of Yin and cooling fluids may allow “Empty Heat” to develop. These animals can appear thin, restless, thirsty or inflamed despite being fundamentally deficient underneath.

This pattern is commonly seen in ageing cats with hyperthyroidism, chronic kidney disease or diabetes.
Can APR Nourishing Formula help hyperthyroid cats?

Yes. This formula is commonly used in hyperthyroid cats showing classic Yin deficiency and Heat signs such as weight loss despite appetite, agitation, heat intolerance, redness and restlessness.

It is generally more suitable for hotter, thinner cats rather than cold or profoundly exhausted patients.
When is APR Nourishing Formula less appropriate?

This formula is generally less appropriate in:

  • cold, weak or profoundly Yang-deficient animals
  • patients with marked Damp accumulation
  • acute infectious or highly excessive inflammatory disease
  • exhausted animals lacking functional warmth or vitality

In colder or more Yang-deficient patients, formulas such as Rehmannia 8 may be more appropriate.