Stomach-Protecting and Spleen-Soothing Decoction，From *Medical Explorations* (Vol. 5).，Jaundice. This condition arises from stagnant qi accumulating internally and lodging in the spleen and stomach, preventing the qi of these organs from functioning properly. Over time, the spleen and stomach become deficient and weakened; the discoloration caused by this dysfunction first affects the spleen and stomach, and eventually spreads throughout the body via the blood and fluid channels, taking on a yellow hue. In severe cases, the face and eyes turn as yellow as an orange, and the patient loses all appetite.
Stomach-Protecting and Spleen-Soothing Decoction
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Formulas Name : Stomach-Protecting and Spleen-Soothing Decoction
Chinese Name : 保胃安脾汤
Drug Formulation
Curcuma (Yu Jin) 3 qian, Corydalis (Yan Husuo) 4 qian, Cardamom Seed (Zi Kou Ren) 2 qian, Bitter Orange (Zhi Shi) 3 qian, Cyperus Rhizome (Xiang Fu Mi) 3 qian, Pharbitis Root (Qian Niu) 2 qian, Hairy Atractylodes (Mao Cang Zhu) 4 qian, Poria (Fu Ling) 3 qian, Licorice (Gan Cao) 2 qian.
Source
From *Medical Explorations* (Vol. 5).
Benefits
Jaundice. This condition arises from stagnant qi accumulating internally and lodging in the spleen and stomach, preventing the qi of these organs from functioning properly. Over time, the spleen and stomach become deficient and weakened; the discoloration caused by this dysfunction first affects the spleen and stomach, and eventually spreads throughout the body via the blood and fluid channels, taking on a yellow hue. In severe cases, the face and eyes turn as yellow as an orange, and the patient loses all appetite.
Instructions for Use
Decoct in water and take while warm.
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Stomach-Protecting and Spleen-Soothing Decoction,Jaundice. This condition arises from stagnant qi accumulating internally and lodging in the spleen and stomach, preventing the qi of these organs from functioning properly. Over time, the spleen and stomach become deficient and weakened; the discoloration caused by this dysfunction first affects the spleen and stomach, and eventually spreads throughout the body via the blood and fluid channels, taking on a yellow hue. In severe cases, the face and eyes turn as yellow as an orange, and the patient loses all appetite.