Spleen Meridian

Zoi Medicinals tinctures are alcohol (18.25%) and vegetable glycerin extracts of non-toxic herbs. All herbs used in the manufacturing of Zoi Medicinals products have been tested for heavy metals, bacteria, fungus, and pesticides.

Chinese herbs in Spleen Meridian tonify and move Qi, strengthen the Spleen, dry Dampness, settle the stomach, and ease the digestive system.

• Dang Shen (Bellflower Root, Radix Codonopsis pilosula) is neutral and enters the LU and SP meridians; tonifies the Middle Jiao and augments Qi, tonifies the Lung, restores the constitution, nourishes the Blood and Body Fluids.
• Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes Rhizome, Atractylodes macrocephala) is warm and enters the SP and ST meridians; tonifies the Spleen and augments Qi, dries Damp and promotes water metabolism, stabilizes the Exterior, stops sweating, and calms the fetus.
• Fu Ling (Poria Mushroom Root, Poriae cocos) enters the HT, SP, KI, and LU meridians; promotes urination and leeches dampness, strengthens the Spleen, harmonizes the middle, quiets the Heart, calms the Shen and soothes the nerves.
• Sha Ren (Black Cardamom, Villous amomum) is warm and aromatic and enters the SP and ST meridians; promotes the movement of Qi, aromatically transforms Damp, strengthens the Spleen, warms the Middle and stops diarrhea, and calms the fetus.
• Mu Xiang (Costus Root, Auclandiae lappe) is warm and enters the GB, LI, SP, ST, and SJ meridians; promotes the movement of Qi and supports comfort, regulates stagnant Qi in the intestines, strengthens the Spleen, prevents stagnation, dispels Damp-Heat, and harmonizes the Liver and Spleen.
• Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel, Citri reticulatae) is warm and enters the LU, SP and ST meridians; regulates Qi, adjusts the Middle relieves the diaphragm, dries Damp, transforms Phlegm, descends Qi.
• Ban Xia (Crow Dipper, Rhizoma Pinellia Preperata) is warm and enters the Lung, Spleen, Stomach meridians; dries Damp and transforms Phlegm, descends rebellious Qi, dissipates nodules and reduces Stagnation, resolves sores and reduces swelling.
• Gan Cao (Licorice Root, Radix Glycyrrhizae) is warm & neutral-warm, enters all 12 meridians; tonifies Spleen, augments Qi, moistens the Lung, resolves Phlegm and stops cough, moderates spasm and supports comfort, antidote for many toxins, harmonizes and guides other herbs.

Zoi Medicinals formulas contain 18.25% alcohol. Alcohol has been used in herbal tinctures for centuries. It extracts active ingredients that are not water-soluble, such as essential oils, alkaloids and resins. It enables the tincture to be fast-acting, potent, shelf-stable for long periods of time, and enables their "grab and go” properties (easily portable, ready to take, no refrigeration required). Zoi Medicinals tinctures use organic ethyl alcohol that is USP certified. It is the same alcohol found in vanilla extract (used for cooking), other tinctures, and liquid homeopathic remedies. The dose is very small and can be diluted into water or other drink making the final alcohol content less than 0.5%, which is similar or less than, the amount of alcohol in a cup of kombucha.

• Use standard dose daily for consistent digestive support
• Use standard dose 4-5 times a day with increased digestive disruption.

Liquid formulas are rapidly absorbed by the body and should be taken by mouth. Hold under the tongue a few moments prior to swallowing; or take in a small amount of water or juice. If alcohol content is a concern, a standard dose (1.5 ml) in one cup of water dilutes the alcohol content to less than 0.5%. Alternatively, formula can be added to hot tea (most alcohol will evaporate) and drink once cooled.

The standard, adult dose is two droppers full (1.5 ml) three times a day, stepping down to twice a day for maintenance, or as directed by your health care professional.

• Standard adult dose — 2 droppers full (1.5 ml), three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• Standard child dose (30-100 lb) — 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• If sensitive to herbs and supplements, start with 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.

For some, it may take several weeks to notice an effect. Consistency is more important than dose, so take some each day even if you can’t keep to a regular schedule. As your body responds to the formula, you may decrease the dose, accordingly.

• Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by your health care practitioner.
• Discontinue use if any new symptoms appear, including symptoms of allergic reaction.
• Not to exceed five droppers full at a time.
• With minor stomach upset, take with food.
• If experiencing minor headache or other discomfort, reduce the dosage to ⅓ of starting dose. Gradually increase the dosage each day until you reach to the desired dosage.
• Every body is different, as the formula alters internal processes, your best dosage may change (always stay within the recommended dosage range).