Objective: TO observe the effect of Jianfei Jiangzhi Capsule (JFJZC) in treating simple obesity.

Methods: One hundred and four patients of simple obesity were divided randomly into the JFJZC group and the control group. JFJZC was given to the JFJZC group, 2 capsules, three times a day. The control group was given Fenfuramine 20mg, three times daily. The therapeutic course was 2 months for both groups. TCM clinical symptoms and degree of obesity were evaluated and blood lipids, sugar insulin, estradiol and testosterone examined before and after treatment.

Result: The total effective rate of reducing weight in the JFJZC group was 98.44%, the markedly effective rate being 62.50%, While in the control group, the corresponding rate were l00 % and 57.50%, comparison of the effect in the two groups showed no significant difference. JFJZC could improve the clinical symptoms obviously with total effective rate of 92. l9%, Which was superior to that of Fenfurarnine. It could also reduce the TG, increase the HDL-C level, and possess the effects on increasing sexual hormones and retarding aging possibly.
　　
Conclusion: JFJZC is an effective preparation for treatment of simple obesity without obvious adverse reaction.

By Zhou Wenquan Gao Pu, Li Yuehua etc.