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Spleen-Nourishing Decoction

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Spleen-Nourishing Decoction,When spleen qi is impaired, the patient feels hungry even when fasting but feels full and bloated after eating; acid regurgitation and loose stools occur daily; the complexion is sallow and haggard; and phlegm is coughed up incessantly.

Formulas Name : Spleen-Nourishing Decoction

Chinese Name : 益脾汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian of ginseng, 5 qian of Chinese yam, 3 qian of water caltrop, 3 qian of Morinda officinalis, 1 grain of cardamom, 3 fen of Pinellia, 2 qian of Poria, 1 qian of mung beans, 1 qian of Shenqu, 1 nutmeg, 3 qian of Atractylodes macrocephala.

Source

From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.

Benefits

When spleen qi is impaired, the patient feels hungry even when fasting but feels full and bloated after eating; acid regurgitation and loose stools occur daily; the complexion is sallow and haggard; and phlegm is coughed up incessantly.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water and take orally. After three months, the stomach qi will be restored; after another three months, the spleen qi will be strengthened. One will see only the benefits and be unaware of any harm.

Spleen-Nourishing Decoction,From *Records of Differentiation of Syndromes*, Volume 8.,When spleen qi is impaired, the patient feels hungry even when fasting but feels full and bloated after eating; acid regurgitation and loose stools occur daily; the complexion is sallow and haggard; and phlegm is coughed up incessantly.

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