Fu Shen (Poria Spirit)

Herb 14 of 28 in Herbs that Regulate Water and Drain Dampness

Fu Shen (Scierotium Pararadicis Poriae Cocos)

Channels:
HT, SP, LU

Properties:
Sweet, Bland, Neutral

Latin Name:
Scierotium Pararadicis Poriae Cocos

Actions

Calms the Spirit
For irritability, palpitations, insomnia, and forgetfulness.
Promotes Urination
This action is mild.

Contraindications and Cautions

None Noted

Herb-Drug Interactions

None noted, but this herb has a mild diuretic effect and care should be used in patients taking diuretics.

Toxicity and Overdose

None noted though allergic reactions to Fu Ling are possible.

Dosage

This herb is used mostly for its calming effects on the mind and spirit.

Notes

None noted ¹²
6-15 grams in decoction ¹³

This Herb Appears in the Following Formulas:

Ding Xian Wan (Arrest Seizures Pill)
Formulas that Transform Phlegm and Extinguish Wind
e Jiao Ji Zi Huang Tang (Ass Hide Gelatin and Egg Yolk Decoction)
Formulas that Extinguish Internal Wind
Ling Jiao Gou Teng Tang (Antelope Horn and Uncaria Decoction)
Formulas that Extinguish Internal Wind
Sang Piao Xiao San (Mantis Egg Case Powder)
Formulas that Stabilize the Kidneys
Sheng Tie Luo Yin (Iron Filings Decoction)
Formulas that Sedate and Calm the Spirit
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin (Gastrodia and Uncaria Decoction)
Formulas that Extinguish Internal Wind

References

Herbs

13. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica (Revised Edition)
- Dan Bensky

25. Lancet 2000 January 8;355(9198):134-138 (Article)
- Fugh-Berman A.

17. Handbook of Chinese Herbs (Second Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

12. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (First Edition)
- John K. Chen, Tina T. Chen

26. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals (Third Edition)
- Max Wichtl

Formulas

15. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies (First Edition)
- Dan Bensky

18. Handbook of Chinese Herbal Formulas (First Edition)
- Him Che. Yeung

16. The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide (First Edition)
- Qiao Yi

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Some of the substances included on this website are no longer used, and are included for historical reference only.