Shen Ling Tiao Yuan Pian 参苓调元片 GastroHarmony 306

方剂组成

• 党参（Codonopsis Root）
• 白术（White Atractylodes Rhizome）
• 茯苓（Poria）
• 山药（Chinese Yam）
• 莲子（Lotus Seed）
• 砂仁（Amomum Fruit）
• 陈皮（Tangerine Peel）
• 炙甘草（Honey-fried Licorice Root）
• 藿香（Agastache）
• 佩兰（Eupatorium）
  

传统功效与组方思路

• 健脾益气：党参、白术、茯苓、山药合用，补益脾胃，改善脾胃虚弱
• 化湿醒脾、和中止呕：藿香、佩兰、砂仁、陈皮协同，芳香化湿，调和中焦，缓解湿浊困阻、脘痞恶心等症
• 固涩止泻：莲子收涩，适用于久泻、带下等滑脱之证
• 调和诸药：炙甘草和中益气，协调全方药性
  

参考证候

• 脾虚夹湿（或湿浊中阻）
• 常见表现：纳差、腹胀、便溏、恶心或口中黏腻；或于旅途、湿热季节出现胃肠不适
• 舌脉要点（参考）：苔白腻或黄腻，脉濡滑
  

现代药理研究

• 党参/白术/茯苓：研究综述提示其与调节胃肠功能、免疫调节、修复肠道屏障等方面相关
• 陈皮：相关研究涉及调节肠道菌群、促进胃肠动力及改善功能性消化不良等方向
• 佩兰：现代研究报道其在代谢组学、抗炎、抗菌等方面的潜在活性

Formula Composition

• Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen)
• White Atractylodes Rhizome (Bai Zhu)
• Poria (Fu Ling)
• Chinese Yam (Shan Yao)
• Lotus Seed (Lian Zi)
• Amomum Fruit (Sha Ren)
• Tangerine Peel (Chen Pi)
• Honey-fried Licorice Root (Zhi Gan Cao)
• Agastache (Huo Xiang)
• Eupatorium (Pei Lan)

Traditional Functions and Formula Strategy

• Strengthen the Spleen and Supplement Qi: Codonopsis Root, White Atractylodes Rhizome, Poria, and Chinese Yam work together to tonify the spleen and stomach, addressing spleen-stomach weakness.
• Transform Dampness, Arouse the Spleen, Harmonize the Middle Jiao, and Relieve Nausea: Agastache, Eupatorium, Amomum Fruit, and Tangerine Peel synergistically resolve dampness with their aromatic properties, regulate the middle jiao, and alleviate symptoms such as damp-turbidity obstruction, epigastric fullness, and nausea.
• Consolidate and Astringe to Stop Diarrhea: Lotus Seed exerts an astringent effect, suitable for chronic diarrhea, leukorrhea, and other conditions characterized by leakage or slippage.
• Harmonize All Ingredients in the Formula: Honey-fried Licorice Root harmonizes the middle jiao, supplements qi, and moderates the actions of other herbs in the formula.

Corresponding Patterns (Reference)

• Spleen Deficiency with Accompanying Dampness (or Damp-Turbidity Obstructing the Middle Jiao)
• Common Symptoms: Poor appetite, abdominal distension, loose stools, nausea or a sticky sensation in the mouth; or gastrointestinal discomfort during travel or in damp-heat seasons.
• Tongue and Pulse Indicators (Reference): White greasy or yellow greasy tongue coating; soggy and slippery pulse.

Modern Pharmacological Research

• Codonopsis Root / White Atractylodes Rhizome / Poria: Research reviews indicate associations with modulating gastrointestinal function, immune regulation, and intestinal barrier repair.
• Tangerine Peel: Related studies involve modulation of intestinal flora, promotion of gastrointestinal motility, and improvement of functional dyspepsia.
• Eupatorium: Modern research reports its potential activities in areas such as metabolomics, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects.