What it is
Wen Dan Tang is a Traditional Chinese Medicine formula used to support sleep quality and promote relaxation. It is specifically designed to address anxiety and associated phlegm imbalances.
Supplement · Mood, Anxiety & Emotional Balance
Wen Dan Tang
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
This formula works by warming the gallbladder and harmonizing the liver, which in TCM theory is believed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and disturbed sleep. Its effects on the nervous system contribute to a sense of calm.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address difficulty falling asleep, restless sleep, daytime fatigue. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results?
Noticeable improvements in sleep and calm are typically observed within 1 to 3 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Wen Dan Tang be taken with other supplements?
Yes, Wen Dan Tang can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult with a healthcare provider if you are taking medications affecting similar pathways.
What does 'gallbladder-warming' mean in TCM?
In TCM, 'gallbladder-warming' refers to a therapeutic approach aimed at restoring the gallbladder's function, which is believed to be linked to emotional balance and the resolution of phlegm-related symptoms.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for sleep quality and relaxation
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About Wen Dan Tang
Wen Dan Tang is a mood, anxiety & emotional balance supplement used to support sleep quality and relaxation. Gallbladder-warming formula for anxiety and phlegm. It is available in tablet form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Wen Dan Tang works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the brain, nervous system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 1-3 weeks for noticeable sleep and calm. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Wen Dan Tang carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for sleep quality and relaxation. Gallbladder-warming formula for anxiety and phlegm. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 1-3 weeks for noticeable sleep and calm, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address difficulty falling asleep, restless sleep, daytime fatigue. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Mood, Anxiety & Emotional Balance category, Wen Dan Tang can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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