What Chinese patent medicine should be taken for spleen deficiency with heavy dampness?
Disease description:
Recently, my husband has had poor appetite and feels very weak overall, with low energy and lack of vitality. After visiting a traditional Chinese medicine clinic, he was diagnosed with spleen deficiency and excessive dampness. Could you please advise what medication would be suitable for this condition?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
When spleen deficiency is accompanied by excessive dampness, recommended traditional Chinese patent medicines include Shen Ling Bai Zhu San, Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan, and Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Wan. These formulations are carefully composed according to traditional Chinese medicine principles and effectively alleviate symptoms of spleen deficiency with dampness excess. Shen Ling Bai Zhu San strengthens the spleen, boosts qi, resolves dampness, and promotes diuresi; it is particularly effective for symptoms such as poor appetite, loose stools, limb fatigue, and weakness caused by spleen deficiency and dampness excess. Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan tonifies the spleen and qi, harmonizes the stomach, and stops diarrhea, making it suitable for nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and loose stools due to spleen deficiency with dampness. Huo Xiang Zheng Qi Wan dispels exterior pathogens, reduces fever, regulates the middle jiao, and improves qi flow, providing good relief for symptoms like heavy-headed headache, chest tightness, and epigastric fullness caused by spleen deficiency and dampness excess. Patients should select the appropriate medication based on their specific symptoms under a physician's guidance and follow medical advice strictly. Additionally, it is important to adjust dietary habits by avoiding spicy, greasy, raw, and cold foods, which can irritate the digestive system, in order to promote recovery.
