BLACK PEARL BP005 BU ZHONG YI QI WAN GINSENG & ASTRAGALUS

BLACK PEARL BU ZHONG YI QI WAN GINSENG & ASTRAGALUS

The synergistic actions of the herbs are as follows:

Astragalus root (huang qi), Codonopsis root (dang shen), Atractylodes rhiz. (bai zhu), Ziziphus fruit (da zao), Zingiber rhiz.(sheng jiang), Glycyrrhiza root (zhi gan cao): tonify the Spleen Qi
Bupleurum root (chai hu), Actaea rhizome (sheng ma), Astragalus root (huang qi), Codonopsis root (dang shen): raise the Yang Qi of the Spleen
Angelica root (dang-gui): nourishes the Blood, regulates the Qi and Blood (to support the Qi)
Citrus fruit peel (chen pi): regulates the Qi and harmonises the Spleen and Stomach, assists in restoring the normal Qi movements of the middle Jiao and facilitates the digestion and absorption of the rich tonic herbs in the formula.

ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS

Astragalus root is used orally to strengthen and regulate the immune system and to increase the production of blood cells particularly in individuals with chronic degenerative disease or in individuals with cancer undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy. It is also used orally to treat the common cold, upper respiratory infections, chronic nephritis and diabetes. Astragalus has been shown to have: antibacterial, antiviral, tonic, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diuretic, vasodilator and hypotensive actions.
Codonopsis root is used orally in formulas as a tonic to treat general debility, digestive weakness, susceptibility to infections, diabetes, memory loss and insomnia. It has been shown to strengthen the immune system and the gastrointestinal system, improve response to stress, increase red and white blood cells, lower blood pressure, improve appetite and regulate blood sugar levels.

TCM Actions
Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach (middle Jiao) Qi, raises the Yang Qi of the middle Jiao, tonifies the Lung Qi and the defensive Qi.

TCM Syndromes
Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach (middle Jiao) Qi, raises the Yang Qi of the middle Jiao, tonifies the Lung Qi and the defensive Qi.

Indications
General debility after severe illness, chronic fatigue syndrome, general weakness, chronic illness (e.g. chronic enteritis, chronic pharyngitis, chronic recurrent cystitis), internal organ prolapses (e.g. uterine prolapse, rectal prolapse, gastroptosis), haemorrhoids, idiopathic fever, hypotension.

Dosage & Course Of Treatment
8 pills, 3 times daily, half to one hour away from food.

Course of treatment: 2 – 6 months

Signs and Syndromes
Fatigue
Muscular weakness, poor muscle tone
Spontaneous perspiration
Poor appetite
Intolerance of cold
Thirst
Organ prolapses (uterus, bowels, stomach)
Chronic diarrhoea
Low-grade fever that worsens on exertion
Dull headache
Shortness of breath
Pale tongue that may also be swollen and have tooth marks
Weak pulse

Cautions & Contraindications
Caution for those on anti-coagulant medications (i.e. heparin, warfarin or aspirin).

If taking antibiotics, allow at least 90 minutes before taking this formula.

Do not use in cases with Liver Yang hyperactivity or headaches due to excess Heat or Fire.

Ingredients
ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS, ROOT (huang qi) – 黄芪 – 64.3mg
CODONOPSIS PILOSULA, ROOT (dang shen) – 黨參 – 64.3mg
ATRACTYLODES MACROCEPHALA, RHIZOME (bai zhu) – 白術 – 53.9mg
ANGELICA POLYMORPHA, ROOT (dang gui) – 當歸 – 32.1mg
GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS, ROOT (gan cao) – 甘草 – 32.1mg
ACTAEA CIMICIFUGA, RHIZOME (sheng ma) – 升麻 – 32.1mg
BUPLEURUM FALCATUM, ROOT (Chai Hu) – 柴胡 – 32.1mg
CITRUS RETICULATA, FRUIT PEEL (chen pi) – 陳皮 – 21.3mg
ZINGIBER OFFICINALE, RHIZOME (FRESH) (sheng jiang) – 生薑 – 21.3mg