Four Gentlemen Combination - Si Jun Zi Tang
Si Jun Zi Tang
Product Specifications
Practitioner Notes
Formula Type
Extract & Concentrate
TCM Pattern
Qi vacuity.
Therapeutic Functions
Supplements the spleen and boosts the qi.*
Clinical Indications
Neuresthenia, chronic gastrritis, duodenal ulcer, peptic ulcer, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroptosis, diabetes mellitus, uterine fibroids, anemia, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Symptoms & Signs
Pale complexion, weak limbs, low energy, weak and low voice, poor appetite, and loose stool.
Precautions
Caution: prolonged use may cause dry mouth, vexatious thirst, agitation, easy anger, and constipation. Contraindicated for both replete and vacuity heat patterns, qi distension, and fluid insufficiency. Contraindicated in constipation, bloating, thirst, and irritability.
Pulse Quality
Weak.
Tongue Appearance
Pale with a thin white coating.
Ingredients
Imperial Grace Formulary of the Tai Ping Era (He Ji Ju Fang).
| Pin Yin | Botanical Name |
|---|---|
| bai ren shen | White Chinese Ginseng root |
| bai zhu | Atractylodes macrocephala rhizome |
| fu ling | Poria sclerotium fungus |
| zhi gan cao | Honey baked Chinese Licorice root |