Zhi Mu (Rhizoma Anemarrhenae) clears heat that flows upward due to overactivity of the life gate/ministerial fire. Suan Zao Ren (Semen Zizyphi Spinosae) and Fu Ling (Poria) calm the spirit. Fu Ling also strengthens the spleen, which, according to Li Dong-yuan's yin-fire theory, helps control the agitation of the ministerial fire that flows upward. Chuan Xiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong) moves qi and blood, helping to disperse local inflammation, since inflammation is an accumulation/stagnation of yang qi. Chuan Xiong directs the other ingredients in the formula to the head area, acting as a calming spirit in children. Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae) clears heat and harmonizes the other ingredients in the formula. The addition of a relatively large amount of Bai Shao (Radix Paeoniae Albae) is intended to help clear liver heat, as Bai Shao is bitter, sour, and slightly cold. It is common for the liver to have a surplus of yang in children, and it is particularly closely related to the life gate/ministerial fire. If the liver becomes stagnant, it easily produces heat, which leads to the mutual production and agitation of the ministerial fire. Therefore, gently clearing or controlling liver heat will clear and control the ministerial fire. Combining Bai Shao with Gan Cao helps to stop pain, while combining Bai Shao with Suan Zao Ren enhances this formula's ability to soothe the spirit and allow for restful sleep.
*Formula suitable for lactose intolerant, celiac, vegan and vegetarian people;
*Without the addition of dyes, wheat derivatives, corn, lactose, sugar and chemicals;
