Sha Ren Usages and Indications

• Transforms dampness, stops vomiting - nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea.
• Promotes movement of Qi, strengthens stomach.
• Calms the fetus, morning sickness.
• Prevents tonifying herbs from causing stagnation. (See also Bai Dou Kou, Yi Zhi Ren)

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Sha Ren

• Dosage: 1.5-6g (add at end of formula)

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Our database contains 6 TCM Formulas where Sha Ren is generally used

J

• Jian Pi Wan -Strengthen Spleen Pills (Reduce Food Stagnation)

M

• Mu Xiang Shun Qi Wan -Saussurea Qi Promoting Pills (Expel Dampness)

S

• Shen Ling Bai Zhu Wan -Ginseng, Poria & Atractylodes Pills (Tonify)
• Shu Gan Wan -Liver Comfort Pills (Harmonize)

X

• Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Wan -Aucklandia, Amomi & Six Gentlemen Pills (Tonify)
• Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan -Aucklandia Amomi Nurture Stomach Pills (Tonify)

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