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Mu Xiang Shun Qi Wan in case of slow digestion
Traditional therapeutic uses
Main indications: slow digestion, gastric hypoacidity, chronic hepatitis, chronic gastritis.
In Chinese energy, this formula is used to disperse the stagnation of food and Liver Energy.
Associated symptoms : epigastric and abdominal distension, slow digestion, bad breath, irregular stools, belching, bloating, decreased appetite.
Dosage
As this formula is found in different forms and at different concentrations, it is important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations. This product can be used long term.
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Many people complain of slow digestion, slow liver. Modern life is difficult to digest: a meal taken on the run or sautéed, compensated by taking a meal that is too abundant and too rich in the evening. This depletes the digestive system and causes the accumulation of poorly digested food, causing bloating, pain and discomfort.
Digestion is an essential function for the life of the human being. The digestive functions can be disturbed in two main situations: Vacuum of Energy of the digestive system and Fullness caused by the stagnation of food. Mu Xiang Shun Qi Wan owes its effectiveness to its harmonizing action. This formula tones the digestive system and disperses the stagnation of food by increasing peristalsis and gastric secretion. Its harmonizing action makes it very safe. Can be used long term and for a wide variety of digestive problems.
Historical
This formula is cited in the volume Shen Shi Zun Sheng Shu (Book for the respect of life), written by Shen Jin Ao in 1773.
Cons-indications
- Digestion problems associated with gastric hyperacidity: acid regurgitation, heartburn, stomach ulcers.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Composition
Name in pine yin | Pharmaceutical name | Therapeutic actions |
Mu Xiang | Radix auklandiae lappae (overgrown root orAuklandia) | Mobilizes and regulates Energy, stimulates the Spleen. |
Yi Zhi Ren | Fructus alpinae oxyphyllae (fruit of black cardamom) | Warms the Spleen and disperses the Cold, warms the Kidneys and retains the Essence. |
Cang Zhu | Rhizoma atractylodis (rhizome of atractylode prepared). | Dries the Moisture, tones the Spleen, drives away the Wind Humidity. |
Sheng Jiang | Rhizoma zingiberis officinalis (dried ginger) | Harmonize the average health home, stop nausea and vomiting. |
Qing Pi | Pericarpium citri reticulatae viride (immature tangerine skin) | Drains the Liver and breaks up the Clumps, reduces stagnation. |
Chen Pi | Pericarpium citri reticulatae (tangerine skin) | Circulates Energy, tones the Spleen, dries Moisture. |
Fu Ling | Sclerotium poriae cocos (filamentous fungus) | Drains moisture, tones the spleen, diuretic. |
Chai Hu | Radix bupleuri (root of buplevre) | Harmonize, release and disperse the Heat, untie the Energy of the Liver, raise the Yang Energy. |
Hou Po | Cortex magnolia officinalis (magnolia bark) | Circulates Energy, dries Moisture, dissolves Clumps. |
Bing Lang | Semen arecae catechu (areca seeds) | Circulates Energy, dissolves stagnation, kills intestinal parasites. |
Zhi Ke | Fructus citri aurantii (bitter orange) | Mobilizes Energy, reduces stagnation. |
Wu Yao | Radix will lindera (Chinese all-spice root | Circulates Energy, stops pain, warms the Kidneys. |
Lai Fu Zi | Semen raphani sativi (radish seed) | Promotes digestion, transforms clumps of food, lowers energy. |
Shan Zha | Fructus crataegi (hawthorn fruit) | Promotes digestion, transforms clumps of food, invigorates the blood. |
On the shelves
The products of the following companies meet the good manufacturing practices of theAustralian Therapeutic Goods Administration, which are currently regarded as the highest standards in the world for the evaluation of the manufacturing processes of products from the Chinese Pharmacopoeia.
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Available in Chinese herb stores, several natural health product stores, and distributors of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine.
Research and writing: Arlette Rouleau, Ac., OAQ and Pierre Lefrançois |
ReferencesBensky Dan and Barolet Randall, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Formulas & Strategies, Seattle, Eastland Press, 1990. |
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