Herbs and actions
Gou Qi Zi-Nourishes and tonifies the liver and Kidneys, brightens eyes and enriches Yin.
Ju Hua-Clears the Liver and eyes, calms the Liver and extinguishes Wind.
Shu Di Huang-Nourishes Yin and Blood and tonifies the Kidneys.
Shan Zhu Yu-Nourishes Kidney Yin and Yang, astringes essence and stops excessive perspiration.
Shan Yao-Strengthens the Spleen, stabilizes the Kidneys and nourishes Jing.
Fu Ling-Strengthens the Spleen and drains Dampness.
Mu Dan Pi-Clears Heat and clears Deficiency Fire.
Ze Xie-Promotes urination and prevents Kidney Fire as a result of tonification.
Formula actions
Enriches Yin
Nourishes the essence of the Liver and Kidneys
Brightens eyes
Enriches Blood
Increases phagocytic activity
Increases lymphatic transformation
Increases production of immunoglobins
Protects against platelet damage by radiation
Protects against Liver damage by chemicals
Clinical Manifestations
Dry eyes
Diminished visual acuity
Photophobia
Tearing when exposed to Wind
Painful eyes
Blurred vision
Lower back pain
Weakness of the lower back, knees and extremities
Spontaneous and nocturnal emissions
Light-headedness
Vertigo
Tinnitus
Diminished hearing
Five Sole Heat
Chronic dry, sore throat
Toothache
Wasting and thirsting disorder / Xiao Ke
Decreased libido
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Use caution for those with Spleen Deficiency type diarrhea and indigestion with a white greasy tongue coat.
- Contraindicated for those with Yang Deficiency.