Sheng Mai San

Zhenatura Sheng Mai San Extra Strong is a traditional Chinese herbal preparation formulated within the framework of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This blend features a combination of three key botanical ingredients: Panax Ginseng, Ophiopogon root (Mai Men Dong), and Schisandra berry (Wu Wei Zi), which are traditionally valued for their restorative and supportive properties. Panax Ginseng helps to promote vitality, contributes to the body’s natural defenses, and supports physical well-being, particularly during periods of tiredness or recovery. Ophiopogon root is traditionally recognized for its nourishing qualities and its ability to support hydration and comfort. Schisandra berry acts as an adaptogen, helping the body adapt to stress and maintain internal balance. Together, these ingredients help support sustained energy, fluid balance, and a general feeling of vitality.

This product is sold exclusively as a dietary supplement. It is not a medicine. Its use is based on traditional TCM applications.

SKU: ZHEN0117 Category: Lung Vitality

Main benefits

Pattern Identification: Traditionally used for the TCM pattern of "concurrent deficiency of Qi and Yin," especially of the Lungs, often seen after excessive sweating (e.g., from summer heat or febrile illness) has damaged both the body's vital energy and cooling fluids.
Name and Core Idea: The name translates to "Generate the Pulse Powder," indicating its classical function of restoring a faint, scattered pulse that has become weak due to the exhaustion of Qi and Yin.
Core Composition: A simple and elegant three-herb formula designed for maximum efficiency: Ren Shen (Ginseng), Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon), and Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra).
Qi Tonification: Features Ren Shen (Ginseng) as the sovereign herb to powerfully tonify the "Original Qi" (Yuan Qi), benefit the Lung Qi, and generate fluids to quench thirst.
Yin Nourishment: Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon Tuber) serves as the minister herb to nourish Lung and Stomach Yin, moisten dryness, and clear deficiency heat from the Upper Burner.
Astringent Action: Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra Berry) is the assistant herb that "astringes the leakage of Lung Qi" to stop chronic sweating, calms the Spirit (Shen) by containing Heart Qi, and helps the Kidneys grasp the Qi.
Therapeutic Synergy: The formula's brilliance lies in its combination of tonifying (Ginseng), moistening (Ophiopogon), and containing (Schisandra). It simultaneously restores lost Qi and fluids while preventing further leakage, effectively "gathering the scattered Qi."
Classical Heritage: Created by the renowned Jin-Yuan dynasty physician Li Dong-yuan (Li Gao) and recorded in his text Nei Wai Shang Bian Huo Lun (Clarifying Doubts about Injury from Internal and External Causes), it was originally designed to treat the after-effects of summer-heat.

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TCM traditional Chinese Patents do not work immediate, it takes some time before you (and your organs) will experiences the benefits. We advice always to use minimum 1 packing and then evaluate with your prescriber!
This product is a dietary (food) supplement, to be taken as directed by a qualified practitioner. It is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any disease. Not to replace a varied diet. Not to be taken if nursing or if pregnant. Not to be consumed continuously for longer than 3 months.

Common uses

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Information for professionals

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Zhenatura Sheng Mai San Extra Strong is based on the classical Sheng Mai San, first recorded in the Jin Dynasty text Yi Xue Qi Yuan. In the context of traditional Chinese herbal history, this specific combination of three botanicals, Panax Ginseng, Ophiopogon, and Schisandra, was described as a method to "moisten the Dryness" and "contain the Qi" within the TCM theoretical framework. These descriptions refer exclusively to the traditional characterization of the ingredients within the Chinese herbal paradigm and do not refer to modern anatomical structures or verified physiological effects.

Dang Shen

Mai Men Dong

Wu Wei Zi

1 Additional Clinical Applications

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874123012084

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Additional Clinical Applications
Fatigue and Exercise Performance:
Sheng Mai Yin has demonstrated anti-fatigue and anti-hypoxia effects in animal models, improving endurance and protecting against oxidative damage during acute myocardial infarction and strenuous exercise.

2 Respiratory and Immune Support

https://www.gfcherbs.com/Images/Sheng%20Mai%20Formula%20Monograph.pdf

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Respiratory and Immune Support
Chronic Cough and Lung Qi/Yin Deficiency
Sheng Mai Pian is used for chronic cough with thin sputum, shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, and palpitations—symptoms linked to lung qi and yin deficiency. Clinical experience and case reports support its use for respiratory recovery, including post-infectious states and convalescence from severe respiratory illness.
Immunomodulatory Effects
Studies indicate that Sheng Mai San enhances cellular immunity, increases white blood cell and natural killer cell activity, and supports recovery from immune depletion.

For Sheng Mai San, take 3 tablets 2 times per day. These should be taken before or after meal.

Total pieces in package: 120 tablets

Dosage: 3 tablets

Frequency: 2 times a day before or after meal

Side effects

Insomnia

Mild Digestive discomfort

Mild dizziness or headache

Restlessness

Allergies

Individuals allergic to any of the herbal ingredients should avoid use. Discontinue immediately if any allergic reactions, such as rash, itching, or swelling, occur.

Ginseng

Liliaceae Family

Schisandra berries

Avoid medicine interactions

Anticoagulants or Antiplatelet Drugs

Antihypertensive Medications

Immunosuppressants

Sedatives or CNS-Acting Drugs

Sleeping Medications

Stimulants: like caffeïne or ADHD medicine.

Precautions

Discontinue use if allergic reaction occurs.

Consult your herbalist or physician before use if you are taking other medications or receiving other medical treatments.

Consult your herbalist or doctor before use if you have high blood pressure, or if you are children, old or very weak.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use when you have a fever.

Indemnification

This product is a dietary supplement, and should only be used as prescribed by a qualified acupuncturist, herbalist, phyto- or TCM therapist. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease. Always consult a qualified doctor or healthcare professional before using this. A healthy lifestyle is important, as is a varied, balanced diet, for which supplements are not a substitute.

TCM traditional Chinese Patents do not work immediate, it takes some time before you (and your organs) will experiences the benefits. 1 packing adviced and then evaluate with your prescriber!

Allergies	Ginseng, Liliaceae Family, Schisandra berries
Avoid medicine interactions	Anticoagulants or Antiplatelet Drugs, Antihypertensive Medications, Immunosuppressants, Sedatives or CNS-Acting Drugs, Sleeping Medications, Stimulants: like caffeïne or ADHD medicine.
Foods not recommended	Alcohol, Caffeine, Cold or raw foods, Fried and greasy foods, Spicy, greasy, or overly processed foods, Very drying foods (excessive garlix, bitter lemon)
Foods recommended	Congee, Herbal teas (non-caffeinated), Light Protein, Root vegetables, Soups, Whole Grains
Formula types	Classic
Ingredients	9Codonopsis root, Ophiopogon Tuber, Schisandra fruit
Ingredients Pinyin	Dang Shen, Mai Men Dong, Wu Wei Zi
Original classical patents	Generate the Pulse Decoction, Generate the Pulse Pills, Generate the Pulse Powder, Generate the Pulse Tablets
Original classical patents Pinyin	Sheng Mai Pian, Sheng Mai San, Sheng Mai Tang, Sheng Mai Wan
Pulse diagnoses	Rapid, Thin, Weak
Side effects	Insomnia, Mild Digestive discomfort, Mild dizziness or headache, Restlessness
Symptoms (for reference only)	Anxiety, Dry mouth and throat, General Weakness, Low Stamina, Night sweats, Shortness of Breath
TCM constitutions	Heart Qi and Yin Deficiency, Lung Qi and Yin Deficiency, Post-illness Collapse of Qi and Yin, Qi and Yin Deficiency, Summerheat with Qi and Fluid Damage
TCM patterns	Heart and Small Intestine, Lung and Large Intestine
Tongue diagnoses	Dry, Little coating, Peeled, Peeled at the rear, Red Body

Sheng Mai San

Main benefits

Common uses

Information for professionals

1

Additional Clinical Applications

2

Respiratory and Immune Support

Side effects

Allergies

Avoid medicine interactions

Precautions

Indemnification

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