Description
Ingredients
Bai Zhu Rhizoma Atractylodis macrocephalae
Ren Shen Radix Ginseng
Huang Qi Radix Astragali
Shan Yao Rhizoma Dioscoreae oppositae
Fu Ling Sclerotium Poriae albae
Chen Pi Pericarpium Citri reticulatae
Ban Xia Rhizoma Pinelliae preparatum
Zhi Gan Cao Radix Glycyrrhizae preparata
Pattern
Spleen-Qi deficiency and Lung-Qi deficiency.
Action
Tonifies Spleen-Qi and Lung-Qi, resolve Dampness.
Tongue: Pale.
Pulse: Weak.
Classical Antecedent
Liu Jun Zi Tang
Differences from Classical Antecedent
Stronger Qi-tonic action.
Explanation
This formula is a variation of Liu Jun Zi Tang (Six Gentlemen Decoction) which tonifies Spleen-Qi and, secondarily, resolves Dampness.
- Bai Zhu, Ren Shen, Fu Ling, Chen Pi, Ban Xia and Zhi Gan Cao constitute the formula Liu Jun Zi Tang which tonifies Spleen-Qi and resolves Dampness
- Huang Qi was added to increase the Qi-tonifying effect and to tonify Lung-Qi
- Shan Yao was added to tonify Stomach-Qi: this herb also mildly tonifies Stomach-Yin
Disclaimer
This product is a dietary (food) supplement, to be taken as directed by a qualified practitioner. It is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any disease. Not to replace a varied diet. Not to be taken if nursing or if pregnant. Not to be consumed continuously for longer than 3 months.
