*  Breaks up Qi stagnation, reduces accumulations, transforms phlegm - epigastric or abdominal pain and distention or indigestion w/focal distention or gas.

*  Directs qi downward and unblocks bowels - frequently used for abdominal pain and constipation by accumulation and stagnant Qi.

*  Transforms phlegm and expels focal.

*  Used with Qi tonifying herbs for the prolapse of organs.

*  Raises blood pressure.