Astragalus soup has the effect of benefiting qi and moistening the intestines, and can be clinically used for the treatment of constipation in qi deficiency. According to the clinical diagnosis, it can be added or subtracted appropriately, such as adding Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae and Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng for those who are weak and sweaty; adding Pulse Sheng Wei San for those who have low breath and are lazy to speak; and adding white lentils and Semen Coicis for those who are suffering from abdominal plumping (stomach distension and discomfort).
1. Astragalus soup: the formula for the treatment of constipation of qi deficiency commonly used formula, mainly composed of astragalus, hemp kernel, Chen Pi, etc., with the efficacy of beneficial qi moistening the intestines, clinically used in the treatment of constipation of qi deficiency, the symptoms of the stool is not dry and difficult to discharge, exertion of effort to struggle is sweating shortness of breath, weakness after the stool, the face of the white spirit of fatigue (dysphoria), tiredness of the limbs, and so on.
When using Astragalus Tang, it should be noted that spicy and stimulating food should be avoided during the period of consumption.
2. Additions and subtractions to the formula: if there is fatigue and sweating, suggesting deficiency of middle qi (weakness of spleen and stomach qi), add atractylodes macrocephala and Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng to strengthen the spleen and benefit qi; if there is shortness of breath, fatigue, laziness, suggesting deficiency of lung qi, add Sheng Wei San to replenish lung qi; if there is abdominal distension and fullness, add Job’s Tears, white lentils, radix et rhizoma salicariae, Jian Qu to remove dampness, strengthen the spleen and the stomach.
In the use of astragalus soup is recommended that patients go to a regular hospital, under the guidance of a professional physician to identify the evidence of treatment.