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Scleroderma #4

Medicinals
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Composition

  • Xian MaoRx. Curculiginis3–10 g

    Tonifies the Kidneys, strengthens *Yang, expels Cold and eliminates Dampness*.

  • Yin Yang HuoHb. Epimedii3–15 g

    Tonifies the Kidneys, strengthens Yang, increases the libido, dispels Wind-Cold-Dampness and warms and unblocks the flow of *Yang Qi.*

    for chills, impotence with cold sperm, cold extremities and infertility.
  • Tu Si ZiSm. Cuscutae6–18 g

    Strengthens Yang, nourishes Yin, astringes Jing and urine, benefits the marrow and tonifies the Kidneys, Spleen and Liver.

  • Suo YangRx. Cynomorii4.5–16 g

    Tonifies the Kidneys, benefits Jing and marrow, strengthens Yang, nourishes Liver Yin and Blood, strengthens the sinews and bones, moistens the Intestines, unblocks the bowels and nourishes the Blood.

  • Bai ZhuRz. Atractylodis Macrocephalae3–15 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi, dries Dampness and promotes water metabolism*.

  • Dang ShenRx. Codonopsis6–14 g

    Tonifies the Middle *Jiao,augments Qi* and tonifies the Lungs**.

    • Bai Zhu
    for Spleen Qi Deficiency with anorexia, loose stools and vomiting.
  • Gan CaoRx. Glycyrrhizae6–14 g

    Tonifies the Spleen, augments *Qi, moderates and harmonizes the harsh properties of other herbs and guides the herbs to all twelve channels*.

    for anorexia, fatigue and loose stools due to Spleen Deficiency.
  • Tu Fu LingRz. Smilacis Glabrae15–60 g

    Clears Damp-Heat from the skin, and relieves toxicity.

  • Ling Yang JiaoCornu Saigae Tataricae1–5 g

    Calms the Liver, anchors *Yang, drains Heat and clears Fire toxicity*.

Actions

  • Supplements Yang
  • Supplements Qi
  • Eliminates Heat

Patterns treated

Deficiency of both Qi and Yang

Manifestations

  • Presence of scleroderma
  • A tired, fatigued state
  • Stools that are loose
  • Loss of appetite
  • A feeling of dizziness
  • Facial pallor
  • A feeble voice
  • Disinclination to talk
  • Sweating that occurs with minimal or no exertion
  • A chilled sensation
  • Limbs that feel cold
  • Difficulty warming up
  • Abundant, clear-colored urine
  • Listlessness
Tongue body
Pale in color
Coating
White in color
Pulse
Empty by itself, or Slow together with Deep and Weak qualities

Indications

Scleroderma in its primary presentation