Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Lung Cancer #54

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Rx. Pseudostellariae Tai Zi Shen 30g Strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi and Tonifies the Lungs.
Rx. Astragali Huang Qi 30g Tonifies Qi and Blood, strengthens the Spleen, promotes the discharge of pus, generates flesh, expels toxins, relieves numbness and pain and inhibits the growth of cancer cells.
With Bai Zhu, for Spleen Qi Deficiency with weakness, lassitude and loose stools.
Rz. Atractylodis Macrocephalae Bai Zhu 12g Tonifies the Spleen, augments Qi, dries Dampness, promotes water metabolism and inhibits the growth of cancer cells.
Rz. Dioscoreae Shan Yao 15g Tonifies the Spleen, nourishes Lung Qi and Stomach Yin.

Formula Actions

  • Tonifies Qi

Syndromes

  • Qi Deficiency

Clinical Manifestations

  • Soft, weak cough with clear thin sputum
  • Physical and mental exhaustion
  • Soft, weak voice
  • Reluctance to speak
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pale face
  • With Wei Qi Deficiency:
    Spontaneous perspiration (daytime)
    Low resistance to common cold
    Tendency to a blocked nose
  • T: Pale
  • C: Thin and white
  • P: Weak

Treats

  • Lung cancer

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

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For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.