Five-Ingredient Formula with Poria

Tai Yang Biao Fu This educational formula record links its documented ingredients and traditional context; it is not a prescribing recommendation.

Key reference facts

Formula type: classical
Actions: Promotes urination; Drains Dampness; Strengthens the Spleen; Disperses water accumulation; Warms the Yang; Promotes the transforming functions of Qi
Pattern terms: Tai Yang Biao Fu; Spleen Deficiency Edema; Lower Jiao Retention of Water ( Yi Yin or Zhi Yin ); Tan Yin
Safety note: CONTRAINDICATIONS With Spleen Qi and Kidney Deficiency limit dosage, may combine with tonics. For urinary difficulty with Yin Deficiency, protect Yin . Overdose symptoms include - dizziness, vertigo, a bland taste and anorexia. Avoid long term administration. Contraindicated for those with depleted body fluids from profuse perspiration. Contraindicated for those with excessive vomiting. Contraindicated for those with excessive diarrhea. Contraindicated for those with Damp-Heat Accumulation. HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS This formula can be beneficial in relieving adverse gastrointestinal events such as nausea and dyspepsia associated with the use of selective serotonin re uptake inhibitors (SSRIs).