We have previously introduced in detail the classic Chinese medicine prescriptions - Sijunzi Decoction and Siwu Decoction. This time, we will introduce another commonly used Chinese medicine prescription "Bazhen Decoction" (from "Ruizhutang Experience Prescription"), which uses the main medicinal materials of both Sijunzi Decoction and Siwu Decoction.
The combination of the Eight Treasures and the Four Gentlemen has a unique therapeutic effect on Qi and blood
As the saying goes, "Four Ingredients, Rehmannia Glutinosa, Radix Paeoniae Alba, and Rhizoma Chuanxiong are a prescription that cures all diseases related to blood. Eight Treasures combined with Four Gentlemen Decoction have a unique effect on both Qi and blood." Eight Treasures Decoction not only inherits the Qi-invigorating and spleen-strengthening effects of Four Gentlemen Decoction, but also has the blood-tonifying and blood-activating effects of Four Ingredients Decoction, making this prescription a prescription that replenishes both Qi and blood and is quite familiar to many people.
"Bazhen Soup" is mainly composed of the main medicinal ingredients of Sijunzi Soup and Siwu Soup.
Main ingredients of "Sijunzi Decoction":
"Sijunzi Decoction" is composed of four herbs: ginseng, white atractylodes, poria, and licorice . It is a prescription for treating spleen and stomach weakness, usually used to treat spleen and stomach weakness, loss of appetite, abdominal distension, loose stools, fatigue and other symptoms. (For details, please refer to: "Sijunzi Decoction" Chinese medicine secret recipe for regulating the spleen and stomach )
Main ingredients of "Siwu Tang":
"Siwu Tang" is composed of Rehmannia glutinosa, Angelica sinensis, White Peony Root and Chuanxiong. This recipe is composed of four Chinese herbs, all of which are blood-tonifying and liver-invigorating, hence the name. The main function of Siwu Tang is to nourish blood and regulate qi and blood, especially for women with irregular menstruation, excessive menstruation, anemia and other symptoms. (For details, please refer to: "Siwu Tang" nourishes blood and improves the body )
The efficacy of Bazhen Tang
The main function of Bazhen Decoction is to replenish qi and blood. It is mainly used to treat symptoms caused by deficiency of both qi and blood , such as shortness of breath, fatigue, palpitations, insomnia, dizziness, pale tongue and thin and weak pulse.
Taboos of Eight Treasures Soup
Although "Sijunzi Decoction" is a relatively mild prescription, "Bazhen Soup" is based on "Siwu Decoction" and adds the medicinal materials of "Siwu Decoction". At the same time, it also inherits its warming and tonic properties . Therefore, there are some taboos and precautions to be noted before taking it. The following are some taboos of Bazhen Soup:
Patients with loss of appetite and severe diarrhea should not take this medicine to avoid aggravating their symptoms.
Pregnant women, breastfeeding women and those who are menstruating should not use it: Since Bazhen Tang has the effects of Siwu Tang, it can promote blood circulation and regulate endocrine. Therefore, using it during pregnancy and breastfeeding may have adverse effects on the fetus or infant. If consumed during menstruation, it may cause increased menstrual blood volume and prolonged menstruation.
Menstrual abnormalities : People with menstrual abnormalities should stop taking the medicine and find out the cause before taking supplements. Menstrual abnormalities include early menstruation, abdominal distension, excessive blood clots, bright red blood, etc.
Use with caution for those with severe symptoms such as dizziness, heat sensation and restlessness : Chuanxiong and Angelica dahurica have the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Excessive use may aggravate symptoms such as dizziness, heat sensation and restlessness.
Use with caution in patients with high blood pressure, heart disease, high blood sugar, etc .: Rehmannia has a tonic effect and may affect blood sugar, so it should be used under the guidance of a doctor.
Inflammation and heat constitution : Bazhen Tang is a warm tonic. It is not suitable for people with dry and hot constitution or when they are in the inflammation period. Extra tonic will make the symptoms of getting angry more obvious. There are side effects such as dry mouth, sore throat, mouth sores or acne. More serious cases may even cause nosebleeds or cause early menstruation and excessive menstrual flow. (Extended reading: "Nine Constitutions in Traditional Chinese Medicine" Understand first and then regulate)
People with cold diseases or indigestion should not use it: Bazhen Tang and Siwu Tang have the same warming and nourishing effect, and are suitable for people with insufficient qi and blood, and yin deficiency, but not for people with cold constitution, spleen and stomach deficiency. Because cooked rehmannia, white peony root, and angelica root are not easy to digest and absorb, people with poor gastrointestinal function will easily get bloating or diarrhea after eating them.
While taking Bazhen Soup, you should avoid eating raw, cold, spicy, greasy and other irritating foods.
Simple Eight Treasures Soup Recipe:
Material:
Ginseng 3 g
Atractylodes macrocephala 9 g
5 g of roasted licorice root
Poria 8 g
Rehmannia glutinosa 12 g
Angelica 9 g
White Peony 8 g
Chuanxiong 5 g
1.5 – 2 liters of water
Opt-in:
Ginger (3 slices)
Dates (2 pieces)
practice:
Wash the ingredients and put them into the pot.
Add water and heat over high heat until boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 60 minutes until the soup turns brown. Remove the residue and serve warm.
Notice:
It is advisable to determine your physical condition before drinking. Because this recipe has a warming and tonic effect, the dosage and frequency of consumption should not be too much or too frequent.
Do not consume on your own when you are ill; consult a registered Chinese medicine practitioner for advice.
Since it contains multiple medicinal materials, you should pay close attention to changes in your body when taking it for the first time. If you feel unwell, you should stop taking it immediately and consult a registered Chinese medicine practitioner.