What is the difference between regulating qi and promoting qi

Qi regulating includes Qi moving and Qi descending, which are applicable to Qi stagnation and Qi reversal, while Qi moving is for Qi stagnation. The normal function of the five viscera and six bowels depends on the elevation and movement of qi. Dietary disorders, emotional and emotional disorders, cold and heat disorders and other factors can make qi stagnant or elevated abnormally. Stagnant qi needs to be detoxified to move the liver and qi, which is represented by the formula Chai Hu Shuo Liver San. The composition of Chai Hu Shu Hepatosan is white peony, chuanxiong, chenpi, xiangsui, citrus aurantium, licorice, and chaihu. This formula can be used to treat symptoms of Liver-Qi Stagnation (poor Qi and blood transportation in the liver, emotional depression), which may be characterized by distension and pain in the chest and ribs (chest and rib area collectively), fondness for sighing, and stringy pulse. Adverse effects and contraindications of Chai Hu Shuo Liver San are not clear. If the elevation of qi is out of order and qi reversal occurs, qi lowering treatment is needed, and representative formulas include Si Mo Tang. The composition of Si Mu Tang includes Shen Xiang, ginseng, betel nut and Wu Yao, which is suitable for the symptoms of Qi reversal, specifically manifested as asthma, chest tightness, and lack of desire to eat and drink. Adverse effects and contraindications of Si Mu Tang are not clear. If symptoms such as stagnation of qi, qi reversal and other discomforts occur, it is recommended to consult a hospital in time and use the medicine under the guidance of a physician.