Chinese patent medicines for treating gastric erosion

Sep 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I started having some stomach pain this morning and felt discomfort in my gastrointestinal tract. After going to the hospital for a checkup, I was diagnosed with gastric erosion and given some medication. I would like to ask what kinds of Chinese patent medicines are good for daily regulation and conditioning.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

The following are some commonly used Chinese patent medicines for treating gastric erosion. However, medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.

1. Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan: This medicine has the effects of warming the middle-jiao, dispersing cold, strengthening the spleen, and harmonizing the stomach. It is suitable for symptoms such as stomach pain and indigestion caused by deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach. Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan can be used for gastric erosion caused by internal obstruction due to cold-dampness.

2. Wei Su Ke Li: The main ingredients include Perilla stem, aged peel (Citrus reticulata), and finger citron (Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis). It has functions of regulating qi, harmonizing the stomach, and relieving pain. It is suitable for qi-stagnation type gastric disorders, such as symptoms of stomach distension and stomach pain.

3. Jian Wei Xiao Shi Pian: This preparation contains ingredients such as hawthorn, malt, and fermented soybean, which can promote digestion and improve poor appetite and indigestion. It is especially suitable for patients with gastric erosion accompanied by reduced digestive function.

4. Hou Tou Gu Ke Li: Hericium erinaceus is a type of Chinese herb that has a good stomach-nourishing effect. It can promote gastric mucosal repair and reduce inflammation. It is suitable for adjunctive treatment of gastric mucosal injury and gastric erosion.

In addition, patients should also pay attention to adjusting their diet and lifestyle, avoiding irritating foods, maintaining a healthy routine and mindset, to promote recovery from the condition.