Actions

Tonifies Qi and strengthens the Spleen and Stomach

Indications

Loose stool
Pale complexion
Weak limbs
Low energy
Poor appetite
Soft voice

Western Uses:

Chronic Gastritis
Gastric and Duodenal Ulcer
Neurasthenia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Diabetes Mellitus
Periodic Paralysis
Uterine Fibroids
Reduces Recovery Time after gastric surgery

Ingredients

4 substances in Si Jun Zi Tang — each links to its full herb monograph.

Bai Zhu6-9 gTonify Qi

Fu Ling6-9 gRegulate Water and Drain Dampness

Ren Shen3-9 gTonify Qi

Zhi Gan Cao3-6 gTonify Qi

Preparation & dosage

Decoction. Ren Shen is usually replaced with 2-3 times the dosage of Dang Shen.

Safety — read before use

Do not use this formula in cases of excess heat or deficient heat

Do not use this formula when irritability, thirst, bloating and constipation present together.

This formula may cause irritability and dry mouth if use for a prolonged period of time.

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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