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Sheng Mai San (生脈散) tonifies the qi, generates fluids and astringes Lung qi and yin; used for qi and yin damaged by heat or sweating, and for chronic Lung deficiency.
English Name
Generate the Pulse Powder
Classical Source
Yi Xue Qi Yuan, c. 1186
Ingredients
- Ren Shen – chief
- Mai Men Dong – deputy
- Wu Wei Zi – assistant
Actions & Functions
- Tonifies the qi and generates fluids
- Astringes the Lung and stops sweating
Indications
Qi and yin deficiency: shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, dry mouth, a chronic dry cough, and a weak or faint pulse.
Tongue & Pulse
Tongue: red and dry. Pulse: weak or faint (or thin and rapid).
Modifications
Use Xi Yang Shen in place of Ren Shen when there is more heat.
Cautions & Contraindications
Not for the early exterior stage or where heat has not yet damaged the fluids.