Zhi Shi Dao Zhi Wan
Overview
Zhi Shi Dao Zhi Wan originates from the Inner and Outer Damage Discerning Confusion Treatise by Li Dongyuan, a renowned physician of the Jin-Yuan period. It is a classic traditional Chinese medicine formula traditionally used to reduce food accumulation and move stagnation, and to clear and drain damp-heat. It is commonly used for food stagnation accompanied by manifestations of damp-heat.
Formula Composition
Common ingredients include Zhi Shi, Da Huang, Huang Lian, Huang Qin, Shen Qu, Bai Zhu, Fu Ling, and Ze Xie.
Note: The specific ingredient proportions may vary among different sources and dosage forms. Please follow the instructions for the actual product.
Traditional Actions and Indications
Traditionally used for epigastric and abdominal fullness, poor appetite, belching with a fetid odor, nausea, unsatisfactory bowel movements or constipation, accompanied by manifestations of food accumulation and damp-heat such as a sticky sensation in the mouth and yellow urine.
Precautions
- This formula contains purgative herbs such as Da Huang and should not be used long term as an ordinary bowel-clearing product.
- Seek medical attention immediately in cases of severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, bloody stools, black stools, or suspected intestinal obstruction.
- Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, children, and people with weak constitutions should not use it without professional guidance.
- People currently using laxatives or medications that may affect electrolytes should consult a doctor.