Zhi Shi Usages and Indications

• Breaks up Qi stagnation, reduces accumulations, transforms phlegm - epigastric or abdominal pain and distention or indigestion w/focal distention or gas.
• Directs qi downward and unblocks bowels - frequently used for abdominal pain and constipation by accumulation and stagnant Qi.
• Transforms phlegm and expels focal.
• Used with Qi tonifying herbs for the prolapse of organs.
• Raises blood pressure.

Cautions and Contraindications

• Avoid during Pregnancy.
All Cautions

Dosage and Preparation Notes For Zhi Shi

• Dosage: 3-9g

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C

• Chu Kou Wei Wan -Chu Kou Wei Wan (Clear Heat)

H

• Huai Hua Wan -Sophora Flower Formula (Stop Bleeding)

J

• Jian Pi Wan -Strengthen Spleen Pills (Reduce Food Stagnation)
• Jin Gu Die Da Wan -Tendon and Bone Injury Healing (Invigorate the Blood)

M

• Ma Zi Ren Wan -Hemp Seed Formula (Drain Downward)

Q

• Qing Qi Hua Tan Wan -Clear the Qi and Transform Phlegm Pill (Treat Phlegm)

S

• Si Ni San Wan -Frigid Extremities Powder Pills (Harmonize)

W

• Wen Dan Wan -Warm the Gallbladder Formula (Treat Phlegm)

X

• Xiang Sha Yang Wei Wan -Aucklandia Amomi Nurture Stomach Pills (Tonify)

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