What Chinese patent medicine is good for poor digestion caused by atrophic gastritis?

May 23, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I am a 45-year-old male. In recent months, I have frequently experienced stomach discomfort, postprandial abdominal distension, and indigestion. After visiting the hospital for examination, my doctor diagnosed me with atrophic gastritis. I would like to know, for atrophic gastritis with poor digestion, what kinds of proprietary Chinese medicines should I take?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua

When suffering from poor digestion due to atrophic gastritis, you may consider taking certain traditional Chinese patent medicines under medical guidance that have functions of invigorating the spleen and stomach, replenishing qi, and nourishing yin. For example, Shenling Baizhu San, Xiangsha Liujunzi Wan, and Jianpi Wan are commonly used. These medications can help improve gastrointestinal function, promote digestion, and relieve symptoms such as abdominal distension. Shenling Baizhu San is suitable for indigestion caused by spleen deficiency with excessive dampness, presenting symptoms such as loss of appetite and loose stools. Xiangsha Liujunzi Wan is suitable for deficiency of spleen and stomach qi, presenting symptoms such as epigastric discomfort, reduced appetite, and fatigue. Jianpi Wan is suitable for food retention due to spleen deficiency, presenting symptoms such as abdominal distension, loss of appetite, and loose stools.

To better manage atrophic gastritis, it is recommended to maintain regular eating habits, avoid overeating and drinking excessively, consume less spicy, greasy, and highly irritating food; appropriately increase intake of foods rich in vitamins and minerals, such as fresh vegetables and fruits; maintain healthy lifestyle habits, avoid excessive fatigue and mental stress; undergo regular follow-up examinations to monitor disease progression; if symptoms worsen or new discomfort occurs, seek timely medical attention for further evaluation and treatment.