Seven Forests Acorus Tablets
Chang Pu Yi Zhi Pian
Primary Traditional Functions
Opens sensory orifices and clears phlegm to awaken the mind, calms the Spirit (Shen), anchors Yang, and enhances mental clarity, resolces phlegm and clears heat to harmonize the Spleen and supports digestion, tonfies Yin and nourishes the Heart and Kidneys
Action
Calms the spirit, resolves phlegm, clears heat, nourishes Yin
Pattern
Phlegm Obstruction, Spirit Agitation, Yin Deficiency
Description
Acorus Tablets was designed on the basis of formulas used in Chinese Clinical trials for the treatment of attention deficit disorder and hyperactivity, aka ADHD. The formulas are similar to those used to treat other kinds of brain dysfunctions, including epilepsy, intellectual disability, and Alzheimer's disease. The treatments described in the literature ranged from Acorus and Polygala alone (to calm the spirit and resolve phlegm; derived from Yuan Zhi Wan, with Acorus, Polygala, Fu Shen, and Dragon Teeth) to complex formulas that also clear heat and nourish yin (with Rehmannia and Tortoise Shell as key ingredients). Inability to focus attention is understood, from traditional principles, to be the result of phlegm obstruction (addressed by Acorus, Polygala, and Curcuma) and/or spirit agitation (addressed by Fu Shen, Succinum, Oyster Shell, Dragon Bone and Teeth). Mind/brain disorders associated with phlegm mainly occur when internal heat vaporizes the fluids and yields a phlegm mist that obstructs the so-called heart orifices (see Dry Ginger Tablets for the case of cold phlegm obstruction). A childhood onset of the disorder is suggestive of a kidney essence deficiency syndrome, with yin deficiency being a factor in the heat and agitation syndrome (treated here by Raw Rehmannia and Tortoise Shell). A similar etiology is thought to be a cause of epilepsy, as well as other disorders affecting the functions of the brain or nervous system where the underlying syndrome involves heat and phlegm accumulation.
Traditional Indications
Support cognitive clarity, relieve mental fog, and address phlegm obstructing the sensory orifices
Typical symptoms include:
- Anxiety attacks
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Dampness in the middle jiao with poor appetite or abdominal oppression
- Epilepsy
- Focus issues
- Insomnia or anxiety from tangled Shen
- Neuromotor disorders
- Night urination
- Phlegm-turbidity obstructing the Heart orifices
- Shen disturbance with forgetfulness, poor concentration, or mental confusion
Modern Clinical Applications
Attention Deficit Disorder, epilepsy, insomnia, anxiety attacks
Commonly applied in contemporary use for:
- ADHD, difficulty concentrating, or restlessness
- Anxiety and mild insomnia related to mental overstimulation or phlegm obstruction
- “Brain fog” from chronic illness or phlegm-damp accumulation
- Cognitive impairment, memory decline, or age-related dementia
- Insomnia, anxiety, or palpitations due to phlegm and Shen disturbance
- Post-stroke mental confusion or recovery with phlegm-misting orifices
Typical Usage
2-3 tablets, 3 times per day or as directed by your wellness coach.
Potency 700 mg, 250 or 100 tablets per bottle.
Ingredients:
Shi Chang Pu (Acorus) 15%, Yuan Zhi (Polygala) 10%, Fu Shen (Spirit Poria) 10%, Yi Zhi Ren (Alpinia) 10%, Yu Jin (Curcuma) 10%, Sheng Di (Rehmannia) 10%, Long Gu (Dragon Bone) 6%, Long Chi (Dragon Teeth) 6% Mu Li (Oyster Shell) 6%, Zhu Li (Bamboo Sap) 6%, Gui Ban (Tortoise Shell) 6%, Hu Po (Succinum) 5%