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Bai Zhu / Atractylodes (White) Rhizome
Bai Zhu
Taste: Bitter, Sweet • Temperature: Warm • Category: Tonic • Sub Category: Tonify Qi

Dosage

4.5-9g

Actions

1. Tonifies the Spleen & augments the qi: for Spleen or Stomach deficiency with such symptoms as diarrhea, fatigue, lack of appetite, & vomiting.

2. Strengthens the Spleen & dries dampness: for digestive disorders due to Spleen yang failing to rise, with loss of its ability to transform & subsequent accumulation of dampness. Also for edema & reduced urination associated with Spleen deficiency. Used as an auxiliary herb for damp painful obstruction.

3. Stabilizes the exterior & stops sweating: for spontaneous sweating due to qi deficiency.

4. Strengthens the Spleen & calms the fetus: for restless fetus disorder, especially when due to Spleen deficiency. Also for other types of this disorder when combined with appropriate herbs.

Meridians

Spleen, Stomach

Cautions

Contraindicated in cases of yin deficiency with heat signs, or injured fluids.