What Chinese patent medicines are recommended for spleen-stomach yang deficiency with dampness accumulation?

Individuals with Spleen deficiency and excessive Dampness may experience symptoms such as a sticky or greasy sensation in the mouth, loss of appetite, loose or watery stools, and heaviness or fatigue in the limbs. If left untreated, this condition can significantly compromise overall health. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers numerous herbal formulations to address this pattern. So, which proprietary Chinese medicines are suitable for Spleen- and Stomach-Yang deficiency accompanied by Dampness accumulation? Let’s explore this further.

Proprietary Chinese Medicines for Spleen- and Stomach-Yang Deficiency with Dampness Accumulation

For Spleen- and Stomach-Yang deficiency with Dampness accumulation, commonly prescribed proprietary Chinese medicines include Shen Ling Bai Zhu San (Ginseng, Poria, and Atractylodes Powder), Jian Pi Yi Shen Ke Li (Spleen-Strengthening and Kidney-Tonifying Granules), and Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan (Ginseng Spleen-Strengthening Pills). These formulas function to nourish the Spleen, resolve Dampness, and tonify the Kidneys and Yin. Details are provided below.

1. Shen Ling Bai Zhu San: This formula primarily contains Platycodon root (Jie Geng), Ginseng (Ren Shen), Atractylodes rhizome (Bai Zhu), Chinese Yam (Shan Yao), and Poria (Fu Ling). It functions to invigorate Qi, strengthen the Spleen, and resolve Dampness. It is indicated for symptoms associated with Spleen- and Stomach-Yang deficiency and Dampness accumulation, such as loose stools, lassitude, and general fatigue.

2. Jian Pi Yi Shen Ke Li: Its principal ingredients include Chinese Yam (Shan Yao), Polygala root (Yuan Zhi), Cuscuta seed (Tu Si Zi), Eucommia bark (Du Zhong), and Schisandra fruit (Wu Wei Zi). This formula strengthens the Spleen and tonifies the Kidneys. It is indicated for symptoms of Spleen- and Kidney-Yang deficiency, such as dizziness, tinnitus, loose teeth, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, palpitations, anxiety, nocturnal emission, and premature ejaculation.

3. Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan: Key components include processed Polygala root (Zhi Yuan Zhi), stir-fried Ziziphus seed (Chao Suan Zao Ren), Angelica root (Dang Gui), honey-fried Astragalus root (Zhi Huang Qi), and Amomum fruit (Sha Ren). This formula harmonizes the Stomach and stops diarrhea while strengthening the Spleen and augmenting Qi. It is indicated for poor appetite, nausea, vomiting, indigestion due to Spleen deficiency, physical debility, fatigue, abdominal pain, loose stools, epigastric fullness, and discomfort.

The above proprietary Chinese medicines may be used for Spleen- and Stomach-Yang deficiency with Dampness accumulation. However, prior to use, TCM pattern differentiation (syndrome differentiation) is essential to ensure appropriate treatment; self-medication should be avoided to prevent adverse effects. We hope the above information proves helpful to you.