Type 2 diabetes mellitus is the correct name for type 2 diabetes mellitus, and in Chinese medicine it belongs to the category of “quenching thirst”. Commonly used formulas in the clinic include QiJuDiHuangPan and ShengWeiShan. 1. Wolfberry, Chrysanthemum and Di Huang Pills: Wolfberry, Chrysanthemum and Di Huang Pills are composed of Wolfberry, Chrysanthemum, Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata, Cornus Officinalis, Poria, Peony and Zedoary, which have the effect of nourishing the liver and kidneys. It has therapeutic effect on the liver and kidney yin deficiency (deficiency of yin fluid in the liver and kidney) evidence of thirst. The adverse reactions and contraindications of this drug are not clear, but it should be noted that spicy and stimulating food should be avoided while taking it. 3. Sheng Wei San: Sheng Wei San is composed of ginseng, maitake, schizandra, and has the effect of benefiting qi and nourishing yin (tonifying qi and nourishing yin), and it is suitable for qi and yin injuries of thirst. The adverse reactions and contraindications of the drug are not clear, but avoid eating spicy and stimulating food during the period of taking the drug. For diabetic patients, it is recommended to go to a regular hospital for consultation and treatment under the guidance of a professional physician for evidence-based treatment.