Formula

Ping Wei San

Magnolia & Ginger Formula | 平胃散

Also known as:

Calm the Stomach Powder , Balancing the Stomach Powder , Ping Wei Tang , Calm the Stomach Decoction

Ping Wei San

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Dries Dampness, Improves the Spleen's transportive function, Promotes the movement of Qi, Harmonizes the Stomach

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Formulas that transform Dampness and harmonize Stomach

Key Ingredients

Cang Zhu

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Ingredients in Ping Wei San

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Cang Zhu
Cang Zhu

Black atractylodes rhizomes

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used The dried rhizome
Role in Ping Wei San
Cang Zhu is perhaps the best Chinese herb for dispelling Dampness and strengthening the transportive function of the Spleen.
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Hou Pu
Hou Pu

Houpu Magnolia bark

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried stem bark, root bark or branch bark
Role in Ping Wei San
In general Hou Pu's main actions are as follows: "Moves Rebellious Qi downward, dries Dampness and relieves Food Stagnation. Transforms Phlegm and redirects Rebellious Qi of the Lung."

In the context of Ping Wei San, it is used because it moves the Qi, disperses fullness, and directs the Qi downward. It also helps transform Dampness.
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Chen Pi
Chen Pi

Tangerine peel

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen
Parts Used Dried pericarp of the ripe fruit
Role in Ping Wei San
Chen Pi regulates the Qi and harmonizes the Stomach. It assists the deputy in directing Rebellious Qi downward and eliminating distention.
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Gan Cao
Gan Cao

Liquorice

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Ping Wei San
Gan Cao tonifies the Spleen and enhances their Spleen-strengthening properties of the formula's other ingredients.
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Usage & Safety

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Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

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Modern Usage

Ping Wei San is classified as a Dampness-expelling formula and is known for its functions of drying Dampness, strengthening the Spleen, promoting the flow of Qi, and harmonizing the Stomach. It is primarily used to treat patterns of Dampness Stagnating in the Spleen and Stomach. Symptoms it addresses include distension and fullness in the epigastrium and abdomen, lack of appetite, a bland taste in the mouth, nausea and vomiting, belching with acid regurgitation, a heavy sensation in the limbs, lethargy, and a tendency towards loose stools. The tongue typically has a thick, white, greasy coating, and the pulse is moderate.

Clinically, Ping Wei San is often used to treat chronic gastritis, digestive disorders, and peptic ulcers, particularly when these conditions are associated with Dampness obstructing the Spleen and Stomach.

Cautions & Warnings

Although this formula is typically safe for most individuals, it may cause side effects in some people. Pregnant women, nursing mothers, postpartum women, and those with liver disease should use the formula with caution.

As with any Chinese herbal remedy, it is advisable to seek guidance from a qualified TCM practitioner before beginning treatment.

TCM Properties

Traditional Chinese Medicine characteristics and actions of this formula

Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided here is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or to replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. This formula is a dietary supplement and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking other medications. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience any adverse reactions.

This is just partial information on the formula's TCM properties. More detailed information is available on the formula's dedicated page

Formula Category

Formulas that transform Dampness and harmonize Stomach

Main Actions

  • Dries Dampness
  • Improves the Spleen's transportive function
  • Promotes the movement of Qi
  • Harmonizes the Stomach

Formula Origin

Concise Formulas to Aid the Multitudes (1051 AD)

Formula Description

Ping Wei San is a 4-ingredient Chinese Medicine formula with Black Atractylodes Rhizomes (Cang Zhu) as a principal ingredient.

 

Invented in 1051 AD, it belongs to the category of formulas that transform Dampness and harmonize Stomach. Its main actions are: 1) dries Dampness and 2) improves the Spleen's transportive function.

 

In Chinese Medicine health conditions are thought to arise due to "disharmonies" in the body as a system. These disharmonies are called "patterns" and the very purpose of herbal formulas is to fight them in order to restore the body's harmony.

 

In this case Ping Wei San is used by TCM practitioners to fight patterns like Cold-Damp invading the Spleen, Obstruction Of the Spleen By Dampness with Liver Qi Stagnation or Oedema. From a Western Medicine standpoint, such patterns can give rise to a range of conditions such as peptic ulcers, chronic gastritis or colitis for instance.