This revised formulation of An Shen Ding Zhi Wan has removed the ingredient called Fallopia multiflora. Fallopia multiflora has been associated with a low risk of liver damage in rare cases according to the report from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Australian Government Department of Health.

An Shen Ding Zhi Wan, 安神定志丸, Zizyphus and Polygala Formula (Black Pearl).

Actions: Nourishes the Heart Qi and Blood, calms the Spirit and stabilizes the emotions.

Indications: Insomnia, anxiety disorder, neurosis, depresses mood, neurasthenia.

Signs & Symptoms: Insomnia, sleep disturbance; Forgetfulness; Anxiety, agitation, timidity, apprehensiveness; Palpitations; Depressed mood; Poor concentration; Nervous laughter, Poor appetite; Pale tongue; Thready and weak pulse.

Actions of Main Ingredients:

* Ziziphus seed is used orally in formulas to treat irritability, insomnia, palpitations and anxiety, also to prevent abnormal sweating. It has been shown to have sedative, hypnotic, hypotensive and analgesic actions.

* Polygala root is used orally in formulas to treat insomnia, palpitations, anxiety and restlessness, also to expel sputum from the lungs and to clear the mind and senses. It has been shown to have sedative and expectorant actions.

Dosage: Adults take 8 pills with warm water, three times daily, at least half an hour before or one hour after food, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Cautions & Contraindications: Avoid caffeine containing beverages (i.e. coffee, tea, cola drinks, guarana), especially in the afternoon.