Clinical trials
Full profile accessFollow clinical development from study design and recruitment through results.
- Trial phase
- Status
- Readouts
Drug intelligence / Profile preview
zhichi shumian fang
- Development stage
- Unknown
- Lead developer
- Guang'anmen Hospital
- Administration
- Oral
01
Overview
Zhichi Shumian Fang is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbal formula developed primarily for the treatment of insomnia, specifically targeting the "internal heat" or "stagnation-heat" pattern in TCM diagnostics. The formula is an evolution of the classic *Zhizi Chichi Tang* (Gardenia and Prepared Soybean Decoction) from the *Shanghan Lun*. It typically comprises a combination of *Gardenia jasminoides* (Zhizi), *Fermented Soybean* (淡豆豉), *Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa* (Suanzaoren), and other herbs known for their sedative and heat-clearing properties. Pharmacologically, active components such as geniposide from Gardenia and jujubosides from Ziziphus are thought to interact with the GABAergic system and GLP-1 receptors to exert hypnotic and anxiolytic effects. The formula has been evaluated in clinical trials, notably at Guang'anmen Hospital, to assess its efficacy in improving sleep quality, reducing sleep latency, and alleviating associated anxiety symptoms in patients with chronic insomnia.
- Brand names
- Zhichi Shumian Fang
- Other names
- 栀豉舒眠方Zhichi Shumian Prescription
02
Targets
GLP1R (GLP-1R)GABRA1 (Gamma-aminobutyric acid type A receptor alpha 1 subunit)
Beyond the preview
Go deeper on zhichi shumian fang.
Explore the evidence, development activity, and competitive landscape with Gosset’s full data platform.
Indications & development
Full profile accessExplore development by indication, patient population, and geography.
- Indications
- Development status
- Countries
Licensing & deals
Full profile accessTrace asset ownership, licensing agreements, and commercial partnerships.
- Partners
- Deal terms
- Milestones
Patents & exclusivity
Full profile accessExplore the patent landscape and regulatory exclusivity around an asset.
- Patents
- Expiration dates
- Exclusivity
Competitive landscape
Full profile accessCompare development programs by target, modality, and indication.
- Competing assets
- Targets
- Development stage
Research & analysis
Full profile accessConnect source evidence and development news to your research questions.
- Publications
- News
- Analysis
Bring the full picture into focus.
See how Gosset can support your research on zhichi shumian fang.