In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen and stomach are the foundation of nurture, the source of qi and blood biochemistry. Spleen deficiency leads to insufficient biochemistry of qi and blood, which can easily lead to internal stagnation of dampness. Symptoms of spleen deficiency and dampness include loss of appetite, abdominal distension, loose stools, drowsiness of the limbs, yellowish complexion, pale tongue, etc. Gui Spleen Pill is a commonly used Chinese patent medicine for strengthening the spleen and dispelling dampness, which is composed of atractylodes, cocoon, astragalus, longan meat, sour jujube kernel, ginseng, wood fragrance, and licorice, which has the effect of invigorating qi and strengthening the spleen, nourishing blood and calming the nerves, and is mainly used for heart and spleen deficiency. Heart and spleen deficiency refers to a TCM disease caused by insufficient blood and weak spleen, and the common symptoms include palpitations, insomnia, forgetfulness, dreams, fatigue, yellowish complexion, pale tongue, etc.
However, some people will experience symptoms of irritation after taking Gui Spleen Pills, such as dry mouth, mouth ulcers, constipation, etc. This is because the drugs such as atractylodes, ginseng, and astragalus in the Gui Spleen Pill are all warm and dry products, which are easy to consume yin fluid, resulting in yin deficiency and fire. So, for people with spleen deficiency and heavy dampness, who take Gui Spleen Pills to get angry, how should they choose Chinese patent medicines?Here, I would like to introduce to you two Chinese patent medicines, both of which have the effect of strengthening the spleen and dispelling dampness, but their properties are relatively peaceful and not easy to get angry.
One is Shenling Atractylodes Powder, which is composed of ginseng, Atractylodes, Poria cocos, yam, coix seed, lotus seed, white lentil, sand seed, bellflower, licorice, which has the effect of tonifying the spleen and stomach and benefiting lung qi, and is mainly used for spleen and stomach weakness, lack of food and loose stools, shortness of breath and cough, fatigue and fatigue. Drugs such as atractylodes, poria, yam, and coix seed in Shenling Atractylodes have the effect of strengthening the spleen and dispelling dampness, while ginseng, lotus seeds, white lentils and other drugs have the effect of nourishing qi and nourishing the heart, and drugs such as sand kernel and bellflower have the effect of regulating qi and dissolving phlegm, and licorice reconciling various medicines. The medicinal properties of Shenling Baizhu powder are relatively peaceful, lukewarm and dry, and it is suitable for most people with spleen deficiency and heavy dampness.
The other is Xiangsha Liujun Pill, which is composed of wood incense, sand kernels, Codonopsis, Atractylodes, Poria cocos, boiled licorice, tangerine peel, Banxia, ginger, and jujube, which has the effect of invigorating qi and strengthening the spleen, and removing dampness in the stomach. Spleen and stomach qi deficiency and dampness obstruction of Zhongjiao refers to a TCM disease caused by spleen and stomach qi deficiency and dampness and evil blocking Zhongjiao, and the common symptoms include abdominal distention, pain, loss of appetite, belching and vomiting, loose stool, etc. Drugs such as Codonopsis, Atractylodes, Poria Cocos, and Glycyrrhiza Root in Xiangsha Liujun Pill all have the effect of strengthening the spleen and invigorating qi, and drugs such as Muxiang and Sharen have the effect of dispelling dampness, and drugs such as tangerine peel and banxia have the effect of dissolving phlegm and reducing inversion, and drugs such as ginger and jujube have the effect of harmonizing the spleen and stomach. The medicinal properties of Xiangsha Liujun Pill are also relatively peaceful, not lukewarm or dry, and it is suitable for most people with spleen deficiency and heavy dampness.
It should be noted that no matter which proprietary Chinese medicine you choose, you should take it under the guidance of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner, and reasonably adjust the dosage and course of treatment according to your physique and condition to avoid adverse reactions. At the same time, in the process of taking Chinese patent medicines, you should also pay attention to dietary conditioning, avoid eating cold, greasy, spicy and stimulating foods, and eat more foods that strengthen the spleen and dispel dampness, such as yams, coix seeds, red beans, winter melon, etc.