HERBS AND ACTIONS
Pin Yin | Actions |
Ren Shen | Tonifies Qi and strengthens Spleen and Stomach. With Bai Zhu, tonifies the transformation and transportation functions of the Spleen. With Bai Zhu and Fu Ling, for Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency. |
Bai Zhu | Strengthens the Spleen and dries Dampness. |
Fu Ling | Dries Dampness, strengthens the Spleen and moderates the drying nature of Zhi Gan Cao. With Ban Xia, stops nausea and vomiting. With Ban Xia and Chen Pi, for nausea, vomiting and anorexia due to congested Fluids. |
Zhi Gan Cao | Harmonizes, warms and strengthens the Middle Jiao and moderates the draining properties of Fu Ling. |
Chen Pi | Circulates Qi, dries Dampness, tonifies the Spleen and adjusts the Middle. With Bai Zhu, for manifestations of Damp-Obstruction due to Spleen Deficiency. |
Zhi Ban Xia | Dries Dampness, resolves Phlegm, harmonizes the Stomach and stops vomiting. With Chen Pi, for Stomach Qi disharmony with epigastric and abdominal distention or pain. |
FORMULA ACTIONS
Tonifies Qi
Strengthens the Spleen and Stomach
Transforms Phlegm
Dries Dampness
Stops vomiting
Circulates Qi
Harmonizes the Middle Jiao
