Dyspnea on exertion according to Chinese Medicine
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A herbal formula that might help with dyspnea on exertion
Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang
Source date: 1174 AD
Number of ingredients: 14 herbs
Key actions: Tonifies Qi and Blood. Nourishes the Heart. Calms the spirit.
Why might Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang help with dyspnea on exertion?
Because it is a formula often recommended to treat the pattern 'Heart and Spleen Qi and Blood Deficiency' of which dyspnea on exertion is a symptom.
The two Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat dyspnea on exertion
Why might Ginseng (Ren Shen) help with dyspnea on exertion?
Because it is a key herb in Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with dyspnea on exertion as a symptom)
Ginseng is a Warm herb that tastes Bitter and Sweet. It targets the Heart, the Lung and the Spleen.
Its main actions are: Very strongly tonifies the Qi. Tonifies the Lungs and Spleen. Assists the body in the secretion of Fluids and stops thirst. Strengthens the Heart and calms the Shen (mind/spirit).
Why might White Peony Root (Bai Shao) help with dyspnea on exertion?
Because it is a key herb in Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang, a herbal formula indicated to treat the pattern '' (a pattern with dyspnea on exertion as a symptom)
White Peony Roots is a Neutral herb that tastes Bitter and Sour. It targets the Liver and the Spleen.
Its main actions are: Tonifies the Blood and preserves the Yin. Nourishes the Liver and assists in the smooth flow of Qi. Regulates the meridians and eases the pain.
Other symptoms often associated with dyspnea on exertion
Palpitations Forgetfulness Restlnessness at night Feverishness Poor appetite Fatigue Coughing Shortness of breath Weight loss Dry skin