The formula of Yi Gong San includes Chen Pi 6g, Radix Panax Ginseng 6g, Poria 6g, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis 6g, Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae 6g, which is effective in invigorating the spleen, benefiting the vital energy and promoting circulation of vital energy to eliminate stagnation.
This formula is from “Direct Record of Pediatric Pharmacognosy”, and its composition is based on Si Jun Zi Tang with the addition of Chen Pi. The efficacy of Si Jun Zi Tang is to strengthen the spleen, benefit Qi, move Qi and eliminate stagnation. It is suitable for weak spleen qi with qi stagnation. Reduced diet, loose stools, chest and epigastric congestion, or vomiting and diarrhea.
The addition of Chen Pi to Yi Gong San enhances the Qi-moving effect of the formula. This formula not only treats spleen qi deficiency, but also treats qi stagnation. Ginseng and Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae in the formula mainly strengthen the spleen and benefit Qi. Poria strengthens the spleen and seeps away dampness. Chen Pi dries dampness and resolves phlegm, regulates Qi and strengthens the spleen. Therefore, this formula can treat symptoms such as loss of appetite, food accumulation, nausea and vomiting, and loose stools caused by weakness of the spleen and stomach in children.
Please use this formula under the supervision of a physician.