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Calm the Stomach Powder

Chinese Prescription: Ping Wei San

English Translation: Calm the Stomach Powder

Formula Type: Transform Turbid Dampness

Actions: Dries dampness, improves the Spleen's transportive function, promotes the movement of qi, & harmonizes the Stomach.

Indications: Distention & fullness in the epigastrium & abdomen, loss of taste & appetite, a heavy sensation in the limbs, loose stools or diarrhea, easily-fatigued, increased desire to sleep, nausea & vomiting, belching, acid reflux, a swollen tongue with a thick, white, & greasy coating, & a moderate or slippery pulse. This is dampness stagnating in the Spleen & Stomach.

Contraindications: This formula contains warm, drying herbs that readily injure the yin & blood, & should therefore only be used with significant modification for patients with yin or blood deficiency. Caution must also be exercised when using the formula during gpregnancy.

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