Illustrated Articles
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You Gui Wan (YGW) is traditionally thought of as a kidney Yang tonic, although the actions of the formula are braod enough to allow it to be considered a Kidney Qi and Jing tonic as well. Its indications are similar to Rehmannia 8, but its content of Eucommia makes this formula more effective at dealing with low back weakness and pain. It is also a generally stronger tonic than Rehmannia 8 when it comes to dealing with urinary incontinence. YGW is designed to have a stronger effect on the reproductive tract . Adverse effects have not been reported
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Yu Ping Feng San is a simple formula designed to correct Lung and Wei Qi deficiency, resulting in frequent upper respiratory infections. Chrnic rhinitis and asthma. Symptoms of underlying Qi deficiency include weakness, feeble cough, adn shortness of breath. The cough may be moist or productive. The secondary wind invasion may be hinted at by an aversion to cool or inclement weather. It is an important formula in the treatment and prevention of urticaria. For maximal effect agaisnt hives/urticaria, it may need to be combined with skin Blood tonics such as Si Wu Tang or Si Wu Xiao Feng Yin. Adverse effects are not reported but caution is used in patients prone to auto-immune diseases.
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Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan adresses Liver and esp. Kidney Yin deficiency that has lead to Empty fire. This may be concentrated in the lower burner ( colitis, cystitis). The empty fire may also be generalized leading to symptoms such as chronic weight loss (good appetite), agitation, restlessness, irritability, fear aggression, anxiety, thirst, red eyes, red skin, red dry tongue, wiry rapid pulse.