Liu Jun Zi Tang

Six Gentleman Decoction

Main Action of Liu Jun Zi Tang
this Herbal formula tonifies deficiency of Qi and expels/transforms phlegm. This formula also harmonizes the spleen and stomach to stop vomiting and resolve dampness.

Indications and Symptoms for Liu Jun Zi Tang
General fullness of the chest, distention of the abdomen, poor appetite, loss of taste, bloating aftger each meal, fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, shortness of breath Tongue - greasy white coating, puffy body Pulse - wiry, slippery

Herbal Ingredients of Liu Jun Zi Tang

this formula is made up of Si Jun Zi Tang with the addition of two herbs (Chen Pi and Ban Xia)

Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng, Ginseng Root)

-tonify lung and spleen Qi

Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractyloids Macrocephaeiae, Atractylodes (white) Rhizome)

-tonify spleen Qi

Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos, China -root, Poria, Hoelen)

-tonify spleen Qi and dry dampness

Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis, Licorice Root)

-tonify Qi, harmonize

Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Tematae, Pinellia Rhizome)

-dries dampness, clears phlegm

Chen Pi (Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae, Tangerine Peel, Citrus)

-promotes movement of Qi, strengthen spleen

Cooking Preparation of Liu Jun Zi Tang
Cook similar to that of Si Jun Zi Tang.

Additional Information on Liu Jun Zi Tang
This formula is a modified form of Si Jun Zi Tang when there is more stuffiness in the chest and abdominal distention.