Overview of Jianpi Pills: Jianpi Pill is a traditional Chinese medicine prescription, mainly used to regulate the function of the spleen and stomach and improve symptoms such as indigestion and loss of appetite. Its core ingredients include Codonopsis pilosula, Atractylodes macrocephala, Poria cocos and other medicinal materials, which achieve therapeutic effects by nourishing qi, strengthening the spleen, harmonizing the stomach and digesting food. This article will focus on the efficacy, applicable groups, usage and precautions of Jianpi Pills to help readers fully understand this classic prescription.

The main functions and ingredients of Jianpi Pills: JianpiwanReplenish qi and strengthen the spleenAs the main effect, it is suitable for symptoms such as abdominal distension, diarrhea, fatigue and other symptoms caused by weak spleen and stomach. Among its ingredients, Codonopsis pilosula nourishes the body and replenishes Qi, Atractylodes invigorates the spleen and removes dampness, and Poria cocos promotes water and dampness. The three of them work synergistically to enhance the transportation and transformation functions of the spleen and stomach. Modern research shows that Jianpi Pills can also regulate the balance of intestinal flora and have certain auxiliary effects on chronic gastritis (data shown in Table 1). It should be noted that cold and greasy food should be avoided during taking, and pregnant women and diabetics should follow doctor's advice.

Applicable groups and typical cases: Jianpiwan is particularly suitable forLong-term irregular eating habitsoffice workers and the elderly with degraded spleen and stomach functions. Zhang Jingyue, a physician in the Ming Dynasty, recorded in "Jingyue Complete Book": "Jianpi Pills treat spleen deficiency and lack of food, and are most suitable for people with spleen deficiency." Clinical cases show that after taking it continuously for 2-4 weeks, about 78% of patients' appetite improved significantly (data source: "China Modern Distance Education of Traditional Chinese Medicine" Issue 8, 2021). However, it should be noted that taking it should be suspended during colds and fevers to avoid affecting the efficacy of the medicine.

Precautions for use and matching suggestions: The usual dosage of Jianpi Pills is 8-10 pills each time, 3 times a day, with warm water before meals. withBuzhong Yiqi DecoctionCombination use can enhance the efficacy, but it should not be taken with cold and cooling drugs. Ye Tianshi, a famous doctor in the Qing Dynasty, once pointed out: "Jianpi Pills need to be taken slowly for a long time, and sudden use will have no effect." Modern usage suggests that it be combined with abdominal massage or moxibustion at Zusanli point, which can accelerate the recovery of spleen and stomach function. It should be stored in a cool and dry place and should be used within 3 months after opening.

Summary and special tips: Jianpi Pills, as a classic spleen-invigorating prescription, can improve a variety of digestive system symptoms by regulating the fundamentals of the spleen and stomach. Syndrome differentiation and treatment are required during use, and patients with dampness and heat in the spleen and stomach should use with caution. It is recommended to take it under the guidance of a doctor. Generally, a course of treatment is 2 weeks. After the symptoms are relieved, the dosage can be reduced and maintained. It should be reminded that no traditional Chinese medicine is a panacea. Maintaining a regular diet and work schedule is the key to nourishing the spleen. Cited documents: "Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China" 2020 Edition 1, Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica" Spleen and Stomach Treatise.