Efficacy and effects of Xiang Sha Ping Gastric Granules

Xiang Sha Ping Gastric Granules is a proprietary Chinese medicine composed of Atractylodes macrocephala, Hou Pu, Mu Xiang, Sha Ren, Chen Pi and Licorice. The efficacy and effects of Xiang Sha Ping Gastric Granules are mainly to regulate Qi, resolve dampness, harmonize the stomach and relieve pain. It is used clinically for the treatment of pain in the stomach and epigastrium, stuffiness in the chest and diaphragm, nausea, vomiting, dullness and lack of food caused by dampness and obstruction in the spleen and stomach. The aromatic, bitter and warm Atractylodes macrocephala in Xiang Sha Ping Gastric Granules has the function of drying dampness and transporting spleen, which is the ruling herb. Hou Pu (thick park) regulates qi, broadens the middle, resolves dampness and removes fullness, while Mu Xiang (wood fragrance) is pungent and warm, moves qi, harmonizes the stomach and aromatizes dampness. The two drugs are used together to regulate qi, resolve dampness, harmonize the stomach and relieve pain. Modern pharmacological studies have also shown that Xiang Sha Ping Gastric Granules can promote the propulsive movement of the small intestine in mice. It should be noted that this medicine should be used with caution for people with Yin deficiency in the spleen and stomach. During the period of taking this medicine, attention should be paid to a light diet and avoid eating cold, greasy, fried foods and seafood.