Description
Protect the Middle (Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San) is a classical formula that addresses digestive disharmonies arising from externally contracted Wind Cold Damp combined with pre-existing Spleen Qi deficiency with Dampness. This aromatic formula supports healthy digestive functions and helps the body resist external invasions.
TCM Actions
- Expels and transforms Wind Cold Damp invasions lodged into the digestive tract, releases the Exterior, Transform Dampness
Clinical Applications
- Supports healthy digestive function during occasional diarrhea or vomiting
- Supports normal digestion and appetite
- Traditionally used to address patterns associated with occasional skin irritation
- Supports healthy bowel function
- Traditionally used to address patterns associated with occasional back weakness
- Supports comfortable digestion and reduces occasional bloating, distension, or discomfort, especially after large meals
- Addresses pre-existing internal Dampness patterns
Ingredients
- Fu ling (Poria)
- Guang huo xiang (Patchouli herb)
- Chen pi (Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit)
- Hou po (Magnolia bark)
- Bai zhu (White atractylodes rhizome)
- Jiang ban xia (Ginger cured pinellia rhizome)
- Da huang (Chinese rhubarb rhizome and root)
- Gan cao (Chinese licorice root and rhizome)
- Gan jiang (Ginger rhizome)
- Hong zao (Red jujube fruit)
- Jie geng (Platycodon root)
- Zi su ye (Perilla leaf)
Clinical Classification
Clinical Classification
Release Exterior Wind-ColdDrain Dampness; Tonify Qi
Systems: Spleen; Stomach; Lung
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