Poria with Pine Root, Fú Shén, 茯神, Poriae Sclerotium Pararadicis

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Health Benefits
For: Insomnia • Dysuria • Edema • Irritable bowel syndrome
Attributes: antibiotic • diuretic • sedative
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Pharmacopeias: Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing
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Poria Paradicis is not in the USDA Plant Database.  Drill down via USDA Interactive Map:

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Category: Calm Shen 
English: Poria with Pine Root    Pinyin:  Fu shen      Pharmaceutical: Poriae Sclerotium Pararadicis      Note: Fu Shen is Ful Ling's inner most part.
Organs: Heart • Spleen      Temperature: Neutral       Taste: Sweet • Bland      Toxicity:   
Actions:  Calms Shen • Quiet heart • Treat irritability • Promote urination
Indications: Disturbed shen • Dysuria • Insomnia • Irritable bowel syndrome • Spleen Qi deficiency • Dampness • Edema •
Contraindications: None noted
Dosage:           Guidelines
Parts Used:     Notable for: Insomnia, palpitations, or forgetfulness
Combine With Purpose
Formulas with Fu shen
Ding Xian Wan • E Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang • Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang • San Piao Xiao San • Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin

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Potential Drug Interactions

Herbal medicine may interact negatively with pharma drugs and other herbs.  Examples below:

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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience.  While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts,  variations may result from the numerous English translations.   Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs.  The information here is strictly for educational purposes. 

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