What Are the Medications Used to Treat Spleen Issues?
Patients with spleen and stomach weakness are prone to symptoms such as indigestion, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, loose stool, and fatigue. These conditions can be managed through the use of medications such as Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan, Ren Shen Gui Pi Wan, Shen Ling Bai Zhu Wan, and Bu Zhong Yi Qi Wan under the guidance of a doctor's advice.
Main functions: strengthening the spleen and stomach, regulating qi, harmonizing the stomach, and stopping diarrhea. Ren Shen Jian Pi Wan heavily utilizes Huang Qi and Shan Yao to strengthen the spleen and stomach, and is primarily used for symptoms such as undigested food, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, loose stool, and fatigue due to spleen and stomach weakness.
Main functions: replenishing qi and blood, strengthening the spleen, and nourishing the heart. Although Ren Shen Gui Pi Wan is also targeted at spleen weakness, it has a stronger focus on relieving symptoms such as palpitations and insomnia. It is used for conditions like insufficient qi and blood, palpitations, insomnia, reduced appetite, fatigue, and a pale complexion. It is important to note that Ren Shen Gui Pi Wan is not a sleeping pill, but rather improves insomnia by utilizing Ren Shen and Dang Gui to nourish qi and blood.
Main functions: strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi. It is used for symptoms such as fatigue, reduced appetite, and loose stool. Shen Ling Bai Zhu Wan is the most mild medication among spleen-tonifying formulations. It can promote the elimination of edema by strengthening the spleen. This medication can both strengthen the spleen and promote the elimination of fluids, making it akin to a "slimming agent" for those with spleen-related edema. Due to its mild nature, it can be taken for extended periods.
Main functions: tonifying the spleen and stomach, replenishing qi and lifting yang, and eliminating heat with sweet and warm properties. It is targeted at individuals who are physically emaciated, have a yellow complexion, and are prone to fatigue. They often feel weak and lethargic, with symptoms being more pronounced in the afternoon. Taking this medication as prescribed can help improve these symptoms of weakness.