A traditional formula for dizziness, hypertension, and headache

Relieve Internal Wind (Zhen Gan Xi Feng Pian) supports the body when rising tension, dizziness, headaches, and internal wind begin to affect the head and nervous system. Zhang Xi-Chun recorded it in Yi Xue Zhong Can Xi Lu (Records of Heart-Felt Experiences in Medicine with Reference to the West) between 1918 and 1934. Practitioners have long chosen it when rising pressure, heat, and internal wind appear together with deeper weakness underneath. It is especially suited to older people with long-standing patterns where the body feels both overstimulated and depleted.

When to use it

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, practitioners choose Relieve Internal Wind when Liver Yang rises and internal wind begins to disturb the upper body. It is often used in older patients with more chronic patterns. Dizziness may appear. Headaches may become more frequent. Tinnitus may increase. Some also notice facial flushing, swollen eyes, irritability, restlessness, dry mouth, belching, tremors, or difficulty moving the limbs. In stronger cases, the pattern may resemble pre-stroke or stroke-like presentations.

Many choose this formula for hypertension, migraine, vascular headache, vertigo, tremors, restless legs, menopause-related rising heat, and support around stroke-related patterns. It suits those who want support when pressure, heat, and instability rise upward and affect the head, circulation, and nervous system.

Why it stands out

What makes Relieve Internal Wind so useful is its dual approach. It does not only calm rising symptoms. It also helps nourish the deeper Yin and blood deficiency that often sits underneath them. This makes it a strong choice for natural support when dizziness, headache, flushing, irritability, and internal wind appear together over time.

Research

Research on Relieve Internal Wind has shown encouraging results in hypertension, stroke support, concussion, subarachnoid haemorrhage recovery, and vascular headache. Studies have reported better blood pressure control, improved symptom scores, and supportive effects on cerebral circulation. Research has also highlighted benefits in brain tissue recovery and cerebral oedema support when used alongside conventional care. This gives Relieve Internal Wind strong modern relevance and supports its traditional use when internal wind and rising pressure affect the head and nervous system.

Important to know

Do not use Relieve Internal Wind for low blood pressure. Use it with caution in weak digestion.