Dampness-Clearing Stomach-Harmonizing Pills

Dampness-Clearing Stomach-Harmonizing Pills,Dampness stagnates in the spleen and stomach, impairing their ability to transport and transform; phlegm and fluid retention cause fullness and oppression; chest and abdominal distension and pain; belching and acid regurgitation; vomiting and diarrhea; and fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Also effective for mountain mists and miasmas, and difficulty adapting to local water and soil.

Formulas Name : Dampness-Clearing Stomach-Harmonizing Pills

Chinese Name : 治湿平胃丸

Drug Formulation

Sichuan Magnolia Bark (processed with ginger juice) 4 liang, Guangdong Dried Tangerine Peel 4 liang, Maoshan Atractylodes (soaked in rice washing water, then stir-fried) 8 liang, Roasted Licorice 3 liang.

Source

*National Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas* (Hangzhou Formula).

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a fine powder; use a decoction of fresh ginger and jujubes to form pills.

Benefits

Dampness stagnates in the spleen and stomach, impairing their ability to transport and transform; phlegm and fluid retention cause fullness and oppression; chest and abdominal distension and pain; belching and acid regurgitation; vomiting and diarrhea; and fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Also effective for mountain mists and miasmas, and difficulty adapting to local water and soil.

Instructions for Use

Take 2–4 qian per dose, washed down with hot water.

Dampness-Clearing Stomach-Harmonizing Pills,*National Collection of Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulas* (Hangzhou Formula).,Dampness stagnates in the spleen and stomach, impairing their ability to transport and transform; phlegm and fluid retention cause fullness and oppression; chest and abdominal distension and pain; belching and acid regurgitation; vomiting and diarrhea; and fatigue and excessive sleepiness. Also effective for mountain mists and miasmas, and difficulty adapting to local water and soil.

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