Formulation principles:

- Chef/Monarch Herbs君- Target the primary imbalance of the body and is the main ingredient of the formula
- Deputy/Minister Herbs臣 - Assist the chief/monarch herbs to target the primary imbalance and/or secondary symptoms and/or issues
- Assistant Herbs佐 - Assist the chief/monarch and deputy/minister herbs, minimize harsh effects and balance the the imperfection of properties of those herbs
- Envoy Herbs使 - Acts as a messenger and guide to direct the effects/energy of the formula to targeted meridians or areas of the body.