Superficial gastritis belongs to the category of “stomach pain” in Chinese medicine, and belching is generally a type of liver-qi offense to the stomach. It can be treated with Chai Hu Shu Hepatosan.
Stomach pain caused by liver qi is characterized by distension and pain in the epigastric region, pain in both hypochondriums, pain when in trouble, belching or farting, pain relief, chest tightness, belching, long sighs, and irregular bowel movements; the tongue coating is often thin and white, and the pulse is stringy.
Chai Hu Shuo Liver Essence is used to treat liver qi stagnation. Pain in the ribs, chest tightness and belching, depression or irritability, or warmth, distension and fullness in the epigastrium (stomach and abdomen), and stringy pulse.
This formula, which is composed of Chen Pi, Chai Hu, Chuan Xiong, Citrus aurantium, Paeonia lactiflora, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Xiang Fu, can relieve liver stagnation, move Qi, and relieve pain (relieving pain by regulating the body’s Qi).
Specific medications should be chosen under the guidance of a doctor.