It is generally not recommended to take Ginseng Strengthening the Spleen Pill and Ginseng and Atractylodes Macrocephalae Pill together, as they have similar functions and more of the same medications.
Ginseng Pills for Strengthening the Spleen is composed of Poria, Yam, Ginseng, Atractylodes Macrocephalae, Mullein, Roasted Astragali, Angelica Sinensis, and Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae. It has the functions of strengthening the spleen and vital energy, harmonizing the stomach and stopping diarrhea. It is mainly used for treating weakness of spleen and stomach, failure of diet, nausea and vomiting, abdominal congestion, abdominal pain and diarrhea, tiredness and fatigue, and lack of desire for food and drink. The adverse reactions and contraindications of this drug are not clear. It should not be taken by patients with cold and fever.
Ginseng and Atractylodes Pill is composed of ginseng, atractylodes, Chinese yam, poria, sand nuts, licorice and so on. Its function is to strengthen the spleen and vital energy. It is mainly used for treating tiredness and fatigue, lack of appetite, and loose stools. The adverse reactions and contraindications of this drug are not clear. It is contraindicated for those with diarrhea combined with uncontrolled stools and a feeling of falling down in the anus. It is not advisable to take quinquefolium, wulingzhi, saponaria or their preparations at the same time, drink tea and eat radish.
Ginseng Strengthening the Spleen Pill and Ginseng and Atractylodes Pill both have the function of strengthening the spleen and benefiting the vital energy, and both contain medicines such as yam, atractylodes, poria and ginseng, etc. The dosage of the same medicine is too large when taken together, which is not conducive to good health, so the two are not recommended to be taken at the same time. Drugs should be used under the guidance of a physician before combining, do not use drugs blindly.