bubble_chart Efficacy

Transform dampness into qi, eliminate dampness, and promote water metabolism.

bubble_chart Indications

Skin edema is a disease characterized by swelling of the limbs, water retention in the skin, and trembling movements of the limbs.

bubble_chart Formula Principles

The syndrome treated by this formula is similar to that of the Stephania and Astragalus Decoction. The so-called skin edema refers to edema that is more pronounced on the skin, and when pressed, it leaves a dent. The formula is derived from the Stephania and Astragalus Decoction by removing White Atractylodes Rhizome and adding Poria and Cinnamon Twig. The focus is on the swelling caused by pathogenic factors in the skin, enhancing the function of eliminating water qi from the skin. Additionally, Cinnamon Twig can transform qi and promote yang, both releasing exterior pathogenic factors and tonifying exterior deficiency.

bubble_chart Pattern Identification

1. qi deficiency exterior deficiency.
2. Edema is obvious.
3. Limb trembling or numbness.

bubble_chart Formula Modification

The method is the same as Stephania and Astragalus Decoction.

bubble_chart Modern Application

This formula strengthens the heart, promotes diuresis, has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, improves blood circulation, and enhances the body's immunity. It is used for acute and chronic nephritis, pregnancy edema, beriberi, nephrotic syndrome, cardiac edema, limb swelling, and tremor paralysis.