to evaluate therapeutic effects of Lurong (Cornu Cervi Pantotrichum) Decoction (same composition as Lurong Pill) for early diabetic nephropathy (DN).Methods:60 DN subjects were randomly grouped into control group (30 cases, given basic treatment plus antihypertensive and hypoglycemic agents) and treated group (30 cases, medicated with the control group programs plus Lurong decoction).Conclusion:Lurong decoction in combination with routine biomedical treatment can produce good therapeutic results, as seen in symptom alleviation, microalbumin excretion rate and blood fat reduction and few adverse effects.