Atractylodes, Magnolia Bark, Dried Tangerine Peel, and Licorice Root are typically ingredients in either Qingji Shenshi Decoction or Pingwei Powder. Patients should take medication under the guidance of a doctor.
Qingji Shenshi Decoction is a traditional Chinese medicine prescription, mainly consisting of Atractylodes, Magnolia Bark, Dried Tangerine Peel, Licorice Root, and other herbal ingredients. It is used to treat cat's-eye sore.
Pingwei Powder is a dampness-removing formula with effects of drying dampness, strengthening spleen function, promoting qi circulation, and harmonizing stomach function. It can assist in managing symptoms such as anorexia, tastelessness in the mouth, nausea, vomiting, belching with acid regurgitation, abdominal distension, and other discomfort caused by dampness stagnation in spleen and stomach syndrome. However, due to its bitter, acrid, warm, and dry properties, it is not suitable for those with yin deficiency, qi stagnation, or spleen and stomach weakness.
Patients should avoid self-medication and should not use the medication if they are allergic to any of its ingredients to prevent adverse reactions such as skin itching, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headache. If any uncomfortable symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention at a formal hospital promptly to prevent the symptoms from worsening. In daily life, it is important to cultivate good habits, maintain sufficient sleep, and avoid staying up late for extended periods to ensure the effectiveness of medication. Additionally, engaging in moderate aerobic exercises such as playing basketball, practicing taichi, and jogging can help improve one's resistance and disease resistance. However, vigorous exercises should be avoided.
