Bao He Wan (保和丸) reduces food stagnation, harmonises the Stomach and clears the heat that food stagnation generates; the foremost formula for acute and chronic food accumulation.
English Name
Preserve Harmony Pill
Classical Source
Dan Xi Xin Fa, 1481
Ingredients
Actions & Functions
- Reduces food stagnation and harmonises the Stomach
- Clears heat from food accumulation
Indications
Food stagnation: epigastric and abdominal distension and fullness, belching with a rotten smell, acid regurgitation, nausea, and loose stools or constipation.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: yellow, greasy coat. Pulse: slippery.
Modifications
Add Bai Zhu (Da An Wan) for food stagnation with Spleen deficiency.
Cautions & Contraindications
For excess food stagnation; use with care in pure deficiency.
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