Shen Ling Bai Zhu San 參苓白朮散 - Ginseng and Atractylodes Formula
Ginseng, Poria and Atractylodes Macrocephalae Powder
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN History
First documented in ancient Chinese medical works "Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang" in Song-dynasty, SHEN LING BAI ZHU is from the Imperial Grace Formulary of the TAI PING area
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN is used to Tonify the Spleen QI and Dry Damp resulting from Spleen QI deficiency. Most often this dampness is indicated by fatigue, loose stool or diarrhea, and on occasion, excess salivation. Variations are made by many different manufacturers. You'll find a version in virtually any Chinese herb store.
The chief herb in the formula is atractylodes BAI ZHU, which strongly bolsters the QI and dries internal damp.
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN Uses
- Tonifies Qi
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Drains Dampness
- Stops loose stool and diarrhea
- Use for Lung and Spleen Qi Deficiency
- Use for Dampness due to Spleen Qi Deficiency
- Wei Qi Deficiency due to Spleen and Stomach Qi Deficiency
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN Ingredients
| Rx. Codonopsis | Dang Shen | 15 % |
| Rz. Atractylodis Macrocephalae | Bai Zhu | 10 |
| Poria Cocos | Fu Ling | 10 |
| Baked Licorice Root | Zhi Gan Cao | 5 |
| Yam Root | Shan Yao | 15 |
| Sm. Dolichorus | Bai Bian Dou | 10 |
| Lotus Seed | Lian Zi | 10 |
| Job's Tears | Yi Yi Ren | 10 |
| Fr. Amomi | Sha Ren | 10 |
| Balloon Flower Root | Jie Geng | 5 |
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN Dosage
Pills: 6 tablets 2-3 times a day
Granules: 2-4 grams, taken 2-3 times a day, best on an empty stomach
Whole Herbs: As prescribed. Using a container made of ceramic, glass, or stainless steel (no aluminum, iron or copper) boil 1 packet (50 grams) of herbs in 2-3 quarts of water for about 30 minutes, or until 2 cups of medicine remain. Strain herbs; save and refrigerate for a second boiling. Drink 1 cup in the AM. And 1 cup in the PM. If desired, repeat the following day, using the saved herbs from the refrigerator.
SHEN LING BAI ZHU SAN Side Effects and Safety
Use caution with patients who are constipated
- Contraindicated with Excess conditions.
- Could prolong common cold
- Modify for Heat from Yin Deficiency.
- Use with caution during pregnancy.
- Use with caution for those with Exterior or Interior Heat conditions.
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What’s the Difference Between PIAN, WAN, TANG, or SAN
- PIAN = Tablet (modern looking pill)
- WAN = Pill (old-style or handmade pill, or black teapill)
- TANG = Water Decoction (boiled whole herbs)
- SAN = Powder (milled or granulated)
* These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.