Posted by Hombre on September 21, 2010, at 23:28:15
In reply to Re: Lithium Orotate for depression? Anyone using this » Hombre, posted by BetweenDreams81 on September 20, 2010, at 23:20:13
Hi BetweenDreams,
The formula is called Formula:
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
In English, although translations vary:Bupleurum plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction
Ingredients:Radix Bupleuri Chinensis (Chai Hu), Os Draconis (Long Gu), Concha Ostreae (Mu Li), Radix Ginseng (Ren Shen), Sclerotium Poriae Cocos (Fu Ling), Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis (Huang Qin), Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae (Gui Zhi), Rhizoma Pinelliae Ternatae (Zhi Ban Xia), Fructus Jujubae (Da Zao), Radix Et Rhizoma Rhei (Da Huang), Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens (Sheng Jiang)
Functions and indications:Sedates the sympathetic nervous system. Applicable to insomnia, anxiety, agitation and neurosis, nervine, fullness sensation in chest, palpitations, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia. It can also be used for drug withdrawal.
Typical modern applications include helping people get off drugs, alcohol and/or smoking; panic attacks; irritability; palpitations; epilepsy; gastritis; headaches (including migraines); insomnia; acid regurgitation; and hypertension.
My comments - add a pinch of salt:There are several formulas that include Chai Hu/Bupleurum, a liver-dredging herb that can alleviate depression/feeling "stuck". This one includes the Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell to calm and sedate. Xiao Yao Wan is another famous formula for depression. It's said to be great for women who get PMS-related depression. Finding the right formula is more art than science - you have to see how your body responds.
Sometimes what's needed is to just strengthen the body in general. This usually involves tonifying the Spleen (digestive/metabolic systems), the Kidneys (adrenal/endocrine systems, among others, and the Lungs (O2 -> energy). Lack of energy is usually a part of depression. For anxiety, insomnia and hypomania, tonifying Blood and calming the Heart are usually in order. It takes some time to really understand how to use these concepts to treat yourself. Some may say its impossible or ill-advised. I trust you know what's best for you.
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