Depression can be categorized as depression in traditional Chinese medicine, and the Chinese patent medicines for treating depression include Chaihu Shu Liver Pill, Gui Spleen Pill and Easy Pill.
1. Chaihu Shu Liver Pill is composed of Chaihu, Chenpi, Muxiang, Xiangsui, Citrus aurantium, Paeonia lactiflora, licorice, etc. This drug has the efficacy of soothing the liver and regulating the qi, eliminating flatulence and relieving pain, and is used to treat chest and ribs distension caused by the liver and qi discomfort, stagnant eating and drinking, and acidic vomiting, etc. Its adverse effects and contraindications are not clear.
Its adverse reactions and contraindications are not clear. Avoid cold, greasy and indigestible food during the period of taking the medicine, keep the mood optimistic, and do not be angry or irritated. High blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease and other chronic diseases should be taken under the guidance of a physician.
2. Gui Spleen Pill is composed of Codonopsis, Atractylodes Macrocephalae, Astragalus, Licorice, Poria and other traditional Chinese medicines, which has the effect of benefiting qi and strengthening the spleen, nourishing the blood and tranquilizing the mind, and can be used for shortness of breath and palpitation caused by deficiency of heart and spleen, insomnia, dizziness and lightheadedness, tiredness and weakness, and loss of appetite, etc..
This drug has been reported to cause digestive discomfort and skin rash. Avoid indigestible food when taking the medicine. It should not be taken by patients with cold and fever; it should not be used by those who have thirst, yellow urine, constipation and other manifestations of internal heat.
3. Easy Pill is composed of Chai Hu, Poria, Angelica sinensis, Paeonia lactiflora, Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis and so on. It has the efficacy of dispersing the liver and strengthening the spleen, nourishing the blood and regulating menstruation and is used for menstrual irregularities caused by liver qi discomfort, chest and hypochondriac distension and pain, dizziness and dizziness, and loss of appetite.
Its adverse reactions and contraindications are not clear. Avoid eating cold, raw and cold food during the period of taking the medicine. This drug should not be taken when one has a cold, and should not be taken by those who have excessive menstruation. Pregnant women should consult a physician when taking this medicine.
Chinese medicines should be taken under the supervision of a physician. If the patient has depression, it is recommended to visit a regular hospital.