Actions

Dries dampness and strengthens the Spleen
Activates and regulates the Spleen and Stomach Qi.
Harmonizes the middle Jiao.

Indications

Fullness and distention in the abdomen and epigastria
Loss of appetite and taste.
Indigestion, nausea, vomiting, loose stool, belching and acid regurgitation.
Heavy sensation of the limbs, a desire to sleep, and fatigue.

Western Uses:

Acute and Chronic Gastroenteritis
Functional Gastric Neurosis
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Infantile Indigestion
Induce Labor

Ingredients

6 substances in Ping Wei San — each links to its full herb monograph.

Cang Zhu12-15 gAromatic Herbs that Transform and Dissolve Dampness

Chen Pi9-12 gRegulate the Qi

Da Zao3 piecesTonify Qi

Hou Po9-12 gAromatic Herbs that Transform and Dissolve Dampness

Sheng Jiang3 gWarm, Spicy Herbs that Release the Exterior

Zhi Gan Cao3-6 gTonify Qi

Preparation & dosage

Decoction.

Safety — read before use

This formula is warm and drying and should be modified (or not used) in cases of Yin and Blood deficiency or pregnancy

Originally Appeared In:

Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era (Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang)

Sources & References

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