Alisma 30g, Poria 15g, Smilax 90g, Dioscorea 20g, Stir-fried Atractylodes 3g
Disease description:
I have long been troubled by discomfort caused by damp-heat descending downward, mainly manifested as short and dark urine, heavy sensation in the body, joint pain, and other symptoms. During the process of seeking TCM treatment, I received a herbal prescription containing 30g of Alisma (Zexie), 15g of Polyporus (Zhu Ling), 90g of Rhizoma Smilacis Glabrae (Tu Fuling), 20g of Dioscoreae Rhizoma (Bixie), and 30g of Atractylodes Macrocephala Koidz. (Cangzhu) stir-fried, to regulate the damp-heat within the body.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
This herbal prescription is primarily used to clear damp-heat and is suitable for symptoms such as short and dark urine, heaviness of the limbs, and joint pain caused by downward invasion of damp-heat. Alisma (Zexie) promotes diuresis, removes dampness, and clears heat; Poria (Zhu Ling) promotes diuresis, eliminates dampness, reduces swelling, and detoxifies; Smilax (Tu Fuling) effectively clears heat, promotes dampness removal, detoxifies, and unblocks the meridians; Dioscorea (Bixie) clears heat, removes dampness, dispels wind, and relieves pain due to bi syndrome; Stir-fried Atractylodes (Chao Cangzhu) dries dampness, strengthens the spleen, enhances spleen function, and aids in eliminating damp-heat.
When using this herbal formula, patients should follow their physician's instructions to ensure correct dosage and administration. As individual body constitutions and medical conditions vary, results may differ from person to person. If any discomfort or worsening of symptoms occurs during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician.
