In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the spleen is referred to as the “foundation of postnatal life” and “the source of qi and blood transformation.” A good functioning of the spleen and stomach is crucial for the life activities of the entire body. When the spleen and stomach are weak, symptomatic medications can be taken under the guidance of a physician. Below, we introduce some commonly used pills for strengthening the spleen and stomach.
Common Pills for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach1. Liu Jun Zi Wan (Six Gentlemen Pill)
Liu Jun Zi Wan is derived from the “Medical Transmission” and is based on the herbal formula Liu Jun Zi Tang (Six Gentlemen Decoction), which consists of Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes), Fu Ling (Poria), Ban Xia (Pinellia), Chen Pi (Aged Tangerine Peel), Zhi Gan Cao (Honey-fried Licorice), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger), and Da Zao (Jujube).
This formula has the effects of strengthening the spleen and benefiting qi, drying dampness and resolving phlegm, and regulating the stomach and qi.
It is suitable for symptoms of spleen and stomach deficiency, low appetite, qi deficiency with excessive phlegm, abdominal distension, and loose stools. It can also be used for chronic superficial gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, indigestion, and irritable bowel syndrome.
2. Xiang Sha Liu Jun Wan (Aromatic Sand Six Gentlemen Pill)
Xiang Sha Liu Jun Wan is based on the herbal formula Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang (Aromatic Sand Six Gentlemen Decoction), which adds Mu Xiang (Aucklandia) and Sha Ren (Amomum) to Liu Jun Zi Tang.
This formula has the effect of benefiting qi and strengthening the spleen and stomach.
It is suitable for symptoms of spleen deficiency with qi stagnation, abdominal fullness and pain, indigestion, belching, low appetite, abdominal distension, and loose stools.
Mu Xiang and Sha Ren can regulate qi and relieve stomach pain. In daily use, Xiang Sha Liu Jun Wan is more suitable for regulating symptoms of distension, fullness, pain, reversal, and stagnation associated with spleen and stomach deficiency.
3. Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan (Aromatic Sand Nourishing Stomach Pill)
Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan consists of Mu Xiang (Aucklandia), Sha Ren (Amomum), Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes), Chen Pi (Aged Tangerine Peel), Fu Ling (Poria), Ban Xia (Pinellia), Cu Xiang Fu (Vinegar Fried Cyperus), Zhi Shi (Bitter Orange), Dou Kou (Cardamom), Jiang Hou Po (Ginger Magnolia Bark), Guang Huo Xiang (Patchouli), and Gan Cao (Licorice).
This formula has the effect of warming the middle and harmonizing the stomach.
It is suitable for stomach pain and fullness caused by insufficient stomach yang and dampness obstructing qi, with symptoms such as dull stomach pain, discomfort in the epigastric region, vomiting of sour fluid, discomfort and restlessness, lack of appetite, and fatigue in the limbs.
In daily use, Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan is more suitable for regulating stomach discomfort as the main symptom of spleen and stomach deficiency.
Note: The medication suggestions in this article are for reference only. Medications should not be used without proper medical guidance and should be taken under the supervision of a physician.
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