Indications Warming the middle and dispelling cold; replenishing qi and strengthening the spleen Ingredients Ginseng, honey-fried licorice root, Atractylodes macrocephala, dried ginger Directions Adults usually take 2.0 grams each time, 3 times daily, with warm water. For ages 8–15, take two-thirds of the adult dose; for ages 5–7, take one-half of the adult dose; for…
Functions Tonifies qi and harmonizes the middle Indications Spleen and stomach deficiency, poor appetite, indigestion, loose stools, qi deficiency with phlegm Ingredients Ginseng, Poria, honey-fried licorice root, fresh ginger, Atractylodes macrocephala, Pinellia, aged tangerine peel, jujube Directions Adults usually take 4.0 grams each time, 3 times daily, with warm water. Children aged 8–15 years should…
Functions Nourishes yin and tonifies the kidneys Indications Liver and kidney deficiency, lower back and foot pain, dizziness and blurred vision, wasting-thirst, dry tongue and sore throat, heel pain Ingredients Prepared Rehmannia Root, Cornus Fruit, Chinese Yam, Alisma Rhizome, Moutan Bark, Poria Directions Adults usually take 5.0 grams each time, 3 times daily, with warm…
Functions Drain Liver Fire and clear Damp-Heat Indications Accumulated heat in the zang-fu organs, tinnitus and deafness, ear swelling and pain, difficult urination Ingredients Longdan, Cheqianzi, Huangqin, Danggui, Shanzhizi, Sheng Dihuang, Zexie, Chaihu, Mutong, Gancao Directions Adults usually take 4.0 grams per dose, 3 times daily, with warm water. Children aged 8–15 years should take…
Functions Disperses and releases exterior heat, clears the lungs, and calms wheezing Indications Heat pathogens obstructing the lungs, fever, cough, and wheezing Ingredients Ephedra, Apricot Kernel, Honey-Fried Licorice Root, Gypsum Directions Adults usually take 2.5 grams per dose, 3 times daily, with warm water. Children aged 8–15 years take two-thirds of the adult dose, those…
Indications Relieves constipation and promotes bowel movements Ingredients Hemp Seed, Peony, Magnolia Bark, Rhubarb, Immature Bitter Orange, Apricot Kernel Directions Adults usually take 2.0 grams per dose, 3 times daily, with warm water. Ages 8–15: two-thirds of the adult dose; ages 5–7: one-half of the adult dose; ages 2–4: one-third of the adult dose. Precautions…
Functions Drying dampness, strengthening the spleen, regulating qi, and harmonizing the middle Indications Dampness obstructing the spleen and stomach, epigastric and abdominal fullness, nausea, vomiting, belching, and acid regurgitation Ingredients Chen Pi, Hou Po, Zhi Gan Cao, Cang Zhu, Sheng Jiang, Da Zao Directions Adults usually take 4 g per dose, 3 times daily, with…
Functions Nourishes the kidneys and enriches the blood Indications Kidney yin deficiency, weakness of the sinews and bones, and premature graying of the beard and hair Ingredients Zhi He Shou Wu, Fu Ling, Huai Niu Xi, Dang Gui, Gou Qi Zi, Tu Si Zi, Bu Gu Zhi Directions Adults usually take 3.0 grams per dose,…
Functions Nourishes the kidneys and liver Indications Liver and kidney yin deficiency, dizziness, blurred vision, sore and dry eyes, and excessive tearing in the wind Ingredients Lycium fruit, Chrysanthemum flower, prepared Rehmannia root, Cornus fruit, Chinese yam, Poria, Moutan bark, Alisma rhizome Directions Adults usually take 4.5 grams each time, 3 times daily, with warm…
Indications Promotes blood circulation, removes blood stasis, warms the channels, and relieves pain Ingredients Dang Gui, Xiao Hui Xiang (stir-fried), Pu Huang, Rou Gui, Chi Shao, Mo Yao, Wu Ling Zhi (stir-fried), Yan Hu Suo, Chuan Xiong, Gan Jiang (stir-fried) Directions Adults usually take 2.0 grams per dose, 3 times daily, with warm water. Those…
Functions Tonifies qi, strengthens the spleen, resolves dampness, and harmonizes the stomach Indications Weakness of the spleen and stomach, reduced appetite, and loose stools Ingredients White hyacinth bean, lotus seed pulp, ginseng, platycodon root, poria, coix seed, atractylodes, amomum, licorice, jujube, Chinese yam Directions Adults usually take 2.5 grams per dose, 3 times a day,…
Indications Heat damage to vital qi, shortness of breath, fatigue, thirst, and excessive sweating Ingredients Ginseng, Ophiopogon japonicus, Schisandra chinensis Directions Adults usually take 5.0 grams each time, 3 times daily, with warm water. Ages 8–15: take two-thirds of the adult dose; ages 5–7: take one-half of the adult dose; ages 2–4: take one-third of…