Category
Tonify the Qi
Pin Yin
Latin Name
Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma
English Name
Dosage
6-15g
Entering Channels
SP
Flavor
bitter
Temperature
warm
Pregnancy
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Chinese Herbal Formulas (Comprehensive List)
Individual Essential Oils
Kampo Name
Kampo Number
Kanji
Katakana
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Key Characteristics:
- Tonifies the Spleen qi, dries dampness, and quiets the fetus.
Cautions & Contraindications:
- Contraindicated for internal heat from yin deficiency or thirst from exhausted fluids.
Actions & Indications:
- Tonifies the Spleen and augments the qi: for Spleen or Stomach deficiency with such symptoms as diarrhea, fatigue, sallow complexion, and lack of appetite.
- Dries dampness and promotes water metabolism: for accumulation of fluids affecting digestion as well as edema and reduce urination due to Spleen deficiency and its failure to transform and transport. Used as an auxiliary herb for damp painful obstruction.
- Stabilizes the exterior and stops sweating: for spontaneous sweating due to qi deficiency. Can be used for other types of sweating when combined with appropriate herbs.
- Calms the fetus: for restless fetus disorder, especially when due to Spleen deficiency. Can be used for other types of this disorder when combined with appropriate herbs.
