ABSTRACT
Objective To study the effects of modified Sanxiang Decoction on gastrointestinal transmission function of patients with functional bloating (FB). Methods Sixty cases of FB patients were randomly divided into treatment group (40 cases) and control group (20 cases). Treatment group was given modified Sanxiang Decoction, while control group was given placebo granules, one bag each time. Twice a day, taking it after mixing it with water. Gastrointestinal symptoms, 48 h GITT, and adverse reactions were recorded. Results There was statistical significance in TCM symptom scores between before and after treatment in the two groups (P<0.05). After treatment, the total score of abdominal distension, belching, anorexia and TCM symptoms of the treatment group were lower than the control group, with statistical significance (P=0.000, 0.000, 0.010, 0.003). The total effective rate was 82%(33/40) in the treatment group, 30%(6/20) in thecontrol group;the treatment group was better than the control group (P<0.05). A total of 30 patients completed gastrointestinal transit test, of which delayed 48 h GITT pass rate accounted for 54% (16/30). Compared with the control group, the 48 h GITT of the treatment group was more obviously improved than that of the control group with statistical significance (P=0.002). There were no significant adverse reactions in both groups. Conclusion Most of FB patients have the problem of abnormal intestinal motility. Modified Sanxiang Decoction can improve the symptoms of patients with FB, promote gastrointestinal motility, and improve intestinal transmission function.
ABSTRACT
The yin-yang theory in traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) is one of the most important contributions of China,s medicine science for the whole medical system of human beings.One can not neglect the theory of yin and yang when mention TCM.The concept of du(translated as toxicity) has been developing for a long history,to the current times,it has become rich in the Chinese medicine pathological factor with the characteristics of the current times.However,the question about the yin and yang properties of du has not been widely discussed,while the overall concept for grasping the nature of the disease is very important.In this paper,the evolution of the TCM concept of du,the pathogenic characteristics of yin and yang properties are included in the hope of a start,and of causing the interest to explore together,and promote researching of drug evil to guide clinical practice.